Alright, so this is another controversial topic in the writing community. Some are for it while others are not. Some may argue that you can write a story without a single swear word throughout and it would be far better without those questionable words. While others would say it is better with them and thatContinue reading “Should your Characters Swear?”
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Knowing when a Story Idea won’t work
I know, I know…you might be wondering why a writer would write about such a sore subject. There is always a point (sometimes even before we write the story idea down in a quick summery) that we just know. Honestly, I have so many story ideas but I know a lot of them won’t panContinue reading “Knowing when a Story Idea won’t work”
The First Date
Your characters first date. We all know how successful or unsuccessful a first date can be. But do you know how you are going to write about it? First dates, although they can be difficult to describe, it’s a feeling most of us know. Unless maybe you go on your first date with someone whomContinue reading “The First Date”
A Writers Habitat
A writer’s habitat is where we do most of our writing. Where do you feel most comfortable to let your inspiration flow? It’s not often that we writers talk about one of our favorite places. Where your favorite writing supplies are set out. The ideal temperature, the ideal level of comfort. The laptop or notebookContinue reading “A Writers Habitat”
Means of Transport
What vehicles are the stars of your story? Every character needs a means of transport. Whether it’s a vehicle they own or public transportation etc. How do they get from point A to point B? I know it’s probably tempting to put your dream car in your story I know that I was tempted toContinue reading “Means of Transport”
They do Have to Eat
Food…It’s something every living being needs to survive. So of course your characters have to eat. It should come into play at some point in your story. Whether it is something they have an abundance of or a story of survival and they think about it. How often your character eats can be determined byContinue reading “They do Have to Eat”
Writer’s Block
Writer’s block is something we all face at some point. What do you do to help combat this horrible writing problem? To be honest when thinking about what to write in this blog today I’ve had some writers block. In fact, time restrictions to actually finding time to write lately has been difficult. But evenContinue reading “Writer’s Block”
What’s the forecast?
when you are writing a scene in your story, how do you describe the weather? There are many ways to set a scene and weather can be a key element. I spoke about setting a scene before in an earlier blog post I’ve done. But I didn’t go into detail on the importance of theContinue reading “What’s the forecast?”
Is it a Short Story, Novella or a Novel?
How do you tell if you’ve written a Short Story, a Novella, or a Novel? I’ve seen this question asked by other Writers a lot. So I felt like it would be a great next topic to cover. Normally you will hear me say or rather read, that I am all for creativity and lettingContinue reading “Is it a Short Story, Novella or a Novel?”
Jobs for characters
Choosing a job or career for your characters can be an experience to say the least. There are several ways to do so. But as writers we feel pressured to pick the right one the first time. So it may feel like it has to be the perfect one. I am here to tell youContinue reading “Jobs for characters”
Tiffany’s Writing Journey 