Hanging out in a writing community, you’ll start to hear a few things that can be detrimental to your writing and reading lives and motivations. Here are a few things I think should stop being said for the betterment of the writing community.
Myths About Writers
If we’re honest with ourselves, we tend to generalize people, professions, and a host of other things. Here are some misconceptions about writers that are re-used, over-used, and should not be recycled.
Writing a Good Tragic Ending
A story doesn’t need to end with good winning. It simply needs to show that good should have won or will eventually win. But what might that look like, exactly?
Not All Writing Happens at a Keyboard
One of the clients at the agency I work for has published 80-something books. Another woman I just met has attended a writer’s conference for five years, but she’s still mulling over ideas.
I consider both of these creators to be writers.
The Art of Writing Short Stories and Flash Fiction
Writing short takes an entirely new perspective and frame of mind. It takes a lot of discipline, which is part of the challenge and fun of it. So, what is the formula for these kinds of stories?
Why They Should Hire You
Especially in a setting like a college class full of writers, it can be extremely difficult to feel like your words are needed. So why you? What makes you unique?
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