Monthly Archives: February 2018

10 Writer’s Quotes of Dubious Inspriational Value

In moments of dark despair, some writers fall back on the wisdom of others who, in years past, trod the lonely path of the artist, yet flourished. And others just like quotes. A warning, though. Writers can be curmudgeons. They … Continue reading

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Starting Your Story

Story openings are daunting. Just starting out can freeze a writer. Like a golf swing, there are so many things to bear in mind: Grab the reader. Introduce the POV protagonist. Initiate character and thematic arcs. Start immediately with the … Continue reading

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