Thomas Jefferson’s quote applies to the characters we develop as well. When we writers show how the characters take action, the readers know them on a deeper level and keep turning the pages. “Do you want to know who you are? Don’t ask. Act. Action will delineate and define you.” ~Thomas Jefferson
Constance Hale at S.F. Writers Conference
Constance Hale presented “How to Let Verbs Power Your Writing” on Friday, February 15th at the San Francisco Writers Conference. Hale is a San Francisco-based journalist and author and writes freelance articles for the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, The Atlantic, and others. She has written three books on writing including her most […]
Free 500-word Critique
California Writers Club Tri-Valley Branch members presented photos for writers to compose poems, essays, stories, or comments specifically for each photo. Find the picture that has the following writing accompanying it. Tell me the name of the photo and the author. The first person with the correct answers will receive a critique for a 500-word […]
Character’s Trust Gone Wrong
The best way you can find out if you can trust somebody is to trust them. ~ Ernest Hemingway This quote from Hemingway made me think about the characters in my novel, HADA’S FOG. Hada trusted the wrong person throughout the plot. Is trust an issue in your WIP?
Your Space
Check out writer Jan Davies’ blog post today on janlovestowrite.wordpress.com She talked about “Space–How Much is Enough?” and shared the video link below: http://www.flixxy.com/genius-space-saving-250-sq-ft-apartment-design.htm#.URKQT46RCKE
Cashing in with Kindle Books
I listened to a webinar yesterday with the above title. If A CLASS OF MUSES was ready to upload, I would have signed up for the four week “how-to” on-line workshop they discussed. If you’re ready, check out warnercoaching.com or shewritespress/brooke.com
Town Center Books in Pleasanton
My favorite bookstore in Triv-Valley is offering a flash fiction contest due February 15th and will be on display during their 19/15th anniversary on February 16th from 4 to 6 p.m. 300 word limit. www.townecenterbooks.com