A writer creates and writes alone. It’s the nature of the craft. Even when you collaborate, for vast portions of the actual writing each of you is writing alone. And that’s a good thing. If you’ve worked in the corporate world, you know that decision by committee is the norm, but definitely not as agile or decisive as a single decision-maker. Needless to say, writing a book by committee is […]
A painter, illustrator, or digital artist (above) endeavors to create an image that captures a moment in time. As they add layers to their work, it begins to evoke a mood that will hopefully capture the imagination of everyone who sees it. In the image above, the fog creates an ethereal poignancy to the setting. Why are these two people alone, dancing in a gazebo while a sailing boat waits […]
Writing is a craft and an art. Today’s post is about craft. Becoming a proficient writer requires perseverance, repetition, and trial and error that is unique to each writer. Yes, all writers must learn the basics of how to put a sentence together. But what separates those who can write a letter from those who can spin a story that makes you eagerly turn the page to learn more? Some […]
Here’s your daily tease: SAM AWOKE on a lumpy surface and opened her eyes to find herself lying on a pile of musty clothes scattered on a concrete floor surrounded by boxes and what looked like a rack of black and latex Goth gear. For a second, panic swelled through her, but she forced herself to be still until she could get her bearings. She had been outside the club […]
Today was a good day. I lifted the spirits of a couple of people I know. I spent the afternoon writing, and will continue this evening. Some of my best writing comes to me in the late hours. (It’s really a pain when you have to get up early the next morning, but that’s a price I’m willing to pay to see a story of my own creation unfold on […]
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