Category Archives: story writing

Perseverance

If you really want your writing to become something then you have no choice but to persevere. When I began writing, I thought, How hard can this be? Write a few stories, submit to some major publishing houses and instantly … Continue reading

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Obstacle Course For Writers

I’m sure you have done an obstacle course at least once in your lifetime. An obstacle course is defined as a series of challenging physical obstacles an individual or team must perform while being timed. Today, I present to you … Continue reading

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THE TEN D’S ALL WRITERS NEED

1. Diligence – You must push forward, even when you don’t want to. 2. Determination- Believe in yourself. Trust that others will see the beauty in your written word. 3. Dedication- Once you commit to becoming a writer set aside … Continue reading

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Interview with Eisley Jacobs

I am super excited to post another author interview. I met Eisley Jacobs on Twitter in one of the writing chat rooms about a year or so ago. She was one of the first ones to welcome me and has … Continue reading

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10 Things a Writer Needs

1. Patience 2. Imagination 3. Other Writers 4. Belief 5. Persistence 6. Inspiration 7. Dedication 8. A Writing Spot 9. Alone Time 10. Emotions What did I miss?

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MY GUEST BLOG POST FOR AGENT BREE OGDEN

Do you think a writer needs to go on a diet? A writing diet that is. Check out my guest post over at This Literary Life. Bree Ogden (a super agent) was cool enough to allow me to write a … Continue reading

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Getting Rid of My Book’s “Baby Fat”

I’m approaching the end of my YA novel titled The Cult. I have been writing this suspense novel for about two years. The idea came to me in a dream right around the time Nanowrimo was about to start. I … Continue reading

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Interview With LK-Gardner-Griffie

I’m back! As promised I have an author interview for you today. LK-Gardner-Griffie is the author of Misfit McCabe and Nowhere Feels Like Home. The third book No Boundries will be released this summer. The books follow the life of … Continue reading

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Stay Tuned

I have been soooo consumed with life lately and my blog has suffered. Plus, my two-year old stepped on my laptop and cracked it. Anyway, I will be returning soon with an author interview that I’m very excited about. Sorry … Continue reading

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10 Reasons Writers Can be Labled Crazy

1. They are forever talking to themselves 2. They have imaginary friends 3. They are known to cyber stalk agents, editors and publishers 4. They often go into a zone making them appear catatonic 5. They can be found wearing … Continue reading

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