Now, the following post is based solely on MY methods. This is what works for me, but might not work for all writers. We are all wired differently, and there is no universal "right" way to do things. Now, with that disclaimer out of the way, I am going to share my personal methods for … Continue reading Writing Techniques: Self-editing and revising!
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Writing Techniques: Querying
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
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
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 Techniques: Multitasking
I'm going to admit this straight up; I cannot multitask. It is a persistent challenge for me. I also don't know how people can multitask. I'm not talking about multitasking in everyday life. Like, I can juggle laundry and chores with life stuff and all that.... on a good day, anyway. But I cannot do … Continue reading Writing Techniques: Multitasking
Writing Techniques: Time
I think most folks can agree that there isn't enough time in the day to accomplish all the tasks that need to be done. But - and I'll admit, I'm biased - I think this is especially true for folks with creative careers/ambitions. Like many aspiring writers, I have to work a day job. I … Continue reading Writing Techniques: Time
Writing Rewind #6: Chapter 4 Part 1
On our last trip down memory (and cringe-worthy) lane, Heiwa, with some persuasion from the folks in his life, decided to go on the life-changing mission aboard the UNMEI. It took 10,000+ words for him to come to that conclusion. We are literally 30,000+ words into this story and just hit the official start of … Continue reading Writing Rewind #6: Chapter 4 Part 1
Writing Rewind #5: Wings of Fate Chapter 3
When we last left off on Writing Rewind, Heiwa met a new friend named Daisuke and attended a "mysterious meeting," which announced a year-long mission on an airship under the command of the cold, icy, frigid, glacial General Matthias von Schneider. However, Heiwa doesn't believe he can go because of his obligations to his mother … Continue reading Writing Rewind #5: Wings of Fate Chapter 3
Writing Techniques: Place Names
My strategy for place names is similar to my strategy for character names, which I previously discussed in a blog post here. By similar, I mean it is almost exactly the same, but there are some nuances worth discussing. I know a lot of folks trend more toward the "don't sweat it" when it comes to … Continue reading Writing Techniques: Place Names
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