Conflict in a time of conflict

Conflict in a time of conflict

  One of the most important aspects of a novel is the conflict within it. Without conflict, you might have a lovely little tale, but it will be boring, and little will be the keyword because it’s hard to sustain a story without conflict. There are two types of...
Writing Love in the time of Corona

Writing Love in the time of Corona

So often when I sit down to write my blog post, I struggle to find a topic to write about. This week I actually had three. Never have I had so many ideas for posts! Well, I have to be honest with you here: one idea was entirely mine, one idea I got from another blog...
Thoughts on writing

Thoughts on writing

It’s amazing what I find when I clean out my notebook! So, I’ve been thinking of writing an inspirational memoir sort of book. I’m thinking of calling it Failing to Fail: Tales of a Writer Who Didn’t Quit. It’s been on hold for a little...
Defense Against Change-the Conflict Arc

Defense Against Change-the Conflict Arc

  Today’s blog post is brought to you by COVID-19, the virus that everyone’s getting! Want to miss out on the fun? Maintain social distancing and wash your hands frequently! Sorry… a little levity is always important in times like these. It’s hard to stop reading...
Writing Deep

Writing Deep

  It’s been a while since I’ve written a post on an aspect of writing craft, but as I’m beginning to do more editing for my new job as a book coach, I’m coming across writing that could have done with a little more craft. The piece I’m working on right now is a...