This isn't technically a "techniques" post, because, admittedly, I have very limited experience with this. So, instead, I'm just going to babble a bit about how my process with querying has been going thus far, so it will be a bit more personal. I never attempted to traditionally publish I'm With You, though, in hindsight, … Continue reading Writing Techniques: Querying
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Writing Techniques: Feedback
There is one aspect of writing that I have always feared the most, and that is receiving feedback on my work. It's a dangerous beast, one that can either make your spirit soar, or tear your heart out. Any time I send any piece of writing out for a fresh opinion, the butterfly factory never … Continue reading Writing Techniques: Feedback
Writing Techniques: Out of Order
It's almost safe to say that no writer writes exactly the same way - it's a unique process for most. Some folks must have absolute silence, some prefer total isolation, others can be productive in a busy coffee shop whilst other patrons are slurping lattes and chatting with friends. It's all up to the writer. … Continue reading Writing Techniques: Out of Order
Lacuna
(Thought I'd share a short story I wrote several years ago and only just stumbled across.) Lacuna by: Allie Frost Café La Bréche was unusually busy for a Thursday morning. Outside, beneath the bright yellow awning, every table was occupied. To foreigners, the café advertised ‘Paris in a cup,’ but to … Continue reading Lacuna
Writing Techniques: Stuck
What is one of the ultimate nemeses of a writer, and the occasional downfall of their productivity? That's right; Writer's Block. There are writers out there who don't "believe" in Writer's Block, and while I understand that perspective, I don't agree with it. Because I've fought that horrible, soul-gouging feeling of being "stuck" many times … Continue reading Writing Techniques: Stuck
Writing Rewind #13: Wings of Fate Chapter 8 Part 2
*I will only be making Friday posts for the month of December. Regular Monday and Friday posting will resume in January.* WOW, it's been a while since my last post. Not because I've been avoiding it this time, but because I've been swamped with work and other things, but now I'm ready to re-embark on … Continue reading Writing Rewind #13: Wings of Fate Chapter 8 Part 2
Writing Rewind #12: Wings of Fate Chapter 8 Part 1
I'll straight up admit that I've been putting this next installment off on purpose, because it includes the storyline I've been dreading. The romance subplot. My reasons for hating it will become more prevalent next time, but this is the set up to it... Now that I'm older, I've actually done a total 180 on … Continue reading Writing Rewind #12: Wings of Fate Chapter 8 Part 1
Writing Rewind #11: Wings of Fate Chapter 7 Part 2
It's been a few weeks since our last jaunt into the world of my hideous past writing, and I was only just starting to recover... but it's time to go back and knock out the rest of chapter 7. Last time, we were introduced to two new major players in Major Leiter and Major Tango, … Continue reading Writing Rewind #11: Wings of Fate Chapter 7 Part 2
Writing Rewind #10: Wings of Fate Chapter 7 Part 1
Whoo boy, we're getting into the thick of things now! Last time, Heiwa was feeling discouraged about the mission until he met a mysterious girl on the deck of the UNMEI. Determined to help her, Heiwa has the bright idea to hide the girl in his room for the remainder of the mission, but inspection … Continue reading Writing Rewind #10: Wings of Fate Chapter 7 Part 1
Writing Rewind #9: Wings of Fate Chapter 6
On the previous installment of Writing Rewind, Heiwa got into trouble with his superiors for spacing off during training aboard the UNMEI. Will he be able to get it together in this upcoming chapter? Nope! But will something dramatic and life-changing happen? Yes! Let's dive into Wings of Fate Chapter 6: The Girl. KEY/GUIDE: Strikethrough = … Continue reading Writing Rewind #9: Wings of Fate Chapter 6
Frostwritten 