A drafty first draft can be frustrating and nerve wracking. Seriously. Drafting a story can feel like trying to pin down a cloud, or like…
Tag: Writing
We all have Zones of Genius, things we excel at, a variety of mad skills, some of which are learned, hard earned, and others that…
Writing hooks are not only a great way to engage readers, but are also an excellent tool to keep them reading. This post goes through…
The Book Coach/Editor as Translator I know the idea of a Book Coach/Editor as translator may seem odd. Typically translators translate one language into another.…
A Lifelong Love of Language I am a word nerd and devout bibliophile with a sincere love of language. I have been all my life.…
COACHING KIDLIT EPISODE 8: USING SOURCE MATERIAL SUMMARY: Sharon and Christy discuss source material, challenges with adhering too close to facts, and ways you can…
Whether it’s an earthquake, a car chase, or just a good old fashioned disagreement, conflict is story fuel. Conflict and tension keep the reader glued…