At The Blood-Red Pencil, I’m back with my latest Writing in 140 blog post; this time, I’m talking about using images to help spark story ideas. Come read what I have to say on the subject, then leave a comment, letting us know if you use pictures for your writing endeavors, and if so, HOW […]
Becoming a Lifelong Learner of the Craft of Writing By author, editor, educator Shonell Bacon aka ChickLitGurrl™ The Write Life for You is a series of articles on the writing craft. Since 2008, I have written articles focused on building character, developing a solid plot, and harnessing a writing style–to name a few. For October’s […]
Book Coach and Best Selling Author Fon James presents…Get My Book Out of Me! An online coaching program designed especially for new writers who are procrastinating on getting their books completed. If you’re fed up with your writing/procrastination habits, desire a coach to keep you accountable and guide you every step of the way, this […]
Doesn’t it seem like these days everyone has a book? If they don’t have one, they are working on it. Unfortunately, only a small percentage will ever see that book in print or have it pay their bills. Too many people are just writing, and not strategizing. There’s this ugly little secret that mixing business […]
In podcast #4 of The DDIW Chronicles, I offer yet another tasty excerpt of my mystery novel, Death at the Double Inkwell. This podcast features the first couple pages of chapter two. If you haven’t bought the book yet, this excerpt will surely pique your interest! You can check out the podcast through my one-stop […]
What can I say relevant about writing in 140 words or less? I’m not sure myself, but I’m starting a new series of commentaries called WRITING IN 140 where I attempt to do so. The first commentary, “Finding the Desire to Write” is live at the [Blood-Red Pencil]. Check it out and leave your own […]
The Blood-Red Pencil: Sharp and pointed observations about good writing Are you interested in starting a writing workshop? If so, check out my latest commentary at The Blood-Red Pencil, “Components of a Good Writing Workshop” [link]. What are those components? Well, I discuss three: a great moderator, an appropriate size for the workshop, and rules […]