Don’t tune out others’ critiques.
For decades, I attended writers conferences and reviewed people’s writing. Only once did I ever find a story without places I thought the writer could improve.
Fortunately, I offered these critiques in a teaching environment. In theory, people had come to learn how to make their writing better.
But human nature also played a part. What they hoped to … Continue reading
Unleash the power of “What if …”
This past weekend, several unusual experiences came together for me. And that got me to thinking …
For someone who works with words, that can be a powerful combination.
A trustee of the Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden, Colorado, invited members of the local Model A Ford club to bring their cars for a weekend celebrating a steam locomotive’s return to service. In exchange, we’d be … Continue reading
Keep a stockpile of topical material.
Never throw away your accounts of what you’ve experienced; they might be come in handy for something you need to write.
That’s especially true if, like me, you struggle to write larger projects.
I much prefer shorter pieces. Things like a one-or two-paragraph … Continue reading