Make the most of what works for you.
You’ll never see my favorite writing tools as the topic of a writers workshop. They’re not guaranteed to help you plot your novel or craft a winning book proposal.
They’re not that specialized. But for me they’re effective, even essential. I can’t remember a project where they didn’t come into play.
They’re also inexpensive. I like … Continue reading
Take advantage of today’s opportunities.
A few weeks ago I was scrambling. Multiple deadlines forced me to spend long hours at the keyboard.
Last week, the season changed. I could bask in the luxury of a more relaxed pace. I had time to plan the next issue and sketch the framework of the one after that.
I had time to catch up on my correspondence and time … Continue reading
Can you condense what you need to say?
A few months ago, I met a writer whose article I plan to print in the magazine’s next issue. He’s a font of true-life anecdotes.
Like other natural communicators, he enjoys telling longs stories. But he could, if pressed, tell a short version.
For writers, that’s a wonderful skill.
I wanted to include my new friend’s article. But … Continue reading