Grey and edgy—that’s the way to write a real story. “Good” is a simplistic notion, a synonym for “weak and boring,” a malady of the Mary Sue.
Or is it?
Tag: writing tips
Four Reasons to Write with Vulnerability
As writers, sitting at a computer and typing a story feels as second-nature as breathing. But what about spilling our darkest demons on the page? Writing with vulnerability can be difficult, but in my experience, it’s always worth it. Here are four reasons you should get vulnerable with your words.
The Role Music Can Play in the Writing Process
I want to live the entire story in my head, beginning to end. I want to have experienced it in full before anyone else does. To do this, I construct a soundtrack.
How Traveling Helps With Humor Writing
How can you consistently generate things to make people laugh? Living in Ireland for a semester gave me some new insights on how to strengthen my funny bone that I’d love to share with you.
Finding Time to Write in a Busy World
Free time never seems to be in abundance. But here’s the secret: You can’t wait for your schedule to magically open up. Here are five must-do’s for writers who want to take their work to the next level.
How to Make Anything into Writing Material
Four of us sat outside the PWR classroom in Nussbaum, ready to learn from a publishing professional about freelance editing. I didn’t even want to become a freelance editor, but I was ready to take notes just the same.
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