by Meg Dowell Writing itself is a solo activity. Being a writer is not. We can teach ourselves how to write stories and read books and try to get better, but it’s working with other writers, and finding mentors to guide us, that make us great at what we do. via Five Things My Mentors Have… Continue reading Five Things My Mentors Have Taught Me About Writing — A Writer’s Path
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How a Reader Turns Into a Writer — A Writer’s Path
by Daniel A. Roberts What turns a reader into a writer? We must understand that all writers are, and will always be, a reader first. It’s the primary ingredient, as we chose at one point in our lives to be a writer. For those who juggle words through the smithy of the human […] via How… Continue reading How a Reader Turns Into a Writer — A Writer’s Path
On Writing Multiple POVs — A Writer’s Path
by Lizard is Writing Anonymous asked: “Hi Lizard! I have an idea for a writing piece I want to do. I have characters, a majority of the plot, and a brief outline of the ending. The only thing is, I don’t know how to begin in a way that isn’t overwhelming to the […] via On… Continue reading On Writing Multiple POVs — A Writer’s Path
Recycling for Writers — A Writer’s Path
by ARHuelsenbeck People concerned about the environment strive to reduce waste. As writers, we can do our part as well, to the benefit of the earth and also for a greater return from our labors. Here are some of the ways writers can recycle, repair, repurpose, and reuse. via Recycling for Writers — A Writer’s Path
Creative Writing Prompts and How To Use Them — A Writer’s Path
by Teagan Berry Sometimes, the words just don’t flow. Writer’s block is something that unfortunately every single writer will come across in their writing career. In the past, I’ve written about ways to overcome writer’s block, touching on a few different techniques I’ve used to help jolt the creativity in my system. You […] via Creative… Continue reading Creative Writing Prompts and How To Use Them — A Writer’s Path
Episode #52: Editing Like A Drunkard — Drunken Pen Writing
Today’s episode is dedicated to our editing processes. via Episode #52: Editing Like A Drunkard — Drunken Pen Writing
BOTM #5: The Big Sleep — Drunken Pen Writing
For this May’s Book of the Month, we cover Raymond Chandler’s The Big Sleep. via BOTM #5: The Big Sleep — Drunken Pen Writing
Episode #53: Outlines Vs Discovery Writing — Drunken Pen Writing
An episode discussing the pros and cons of outlines and discovery writing. via Episode #53: Outlines Vs Discovery Writing — Drunken Pen Writing
Episode #54: How To Score A Literary Agent — Drunken Pen Writing
An episode all about the things you should know when trying to get a literary agent. via Episode #54: How To Score A Literary Agent — Drunken Pen Writing
Behind the Laughter — The Consulting Writer
Behind the Laughter: A Comedian’s Tale of Tragedy and Hope By Anthony Griffith and Brigitte Travis-Griffin Anthony Griffith, a stand-up comic from Chicago’s South Side, has lived on the borderline of comedy and tragedy. At the very time his career as a stand-up comedian was taking off, and he had finally achieved his dream of […]… Continue reading Behind the Laughter — The Consulting Writer
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