A rhyming poem can be tricky to write and memorable to tell. I initially wrote this poem when in the flow of the moment. I may have had a head cold at the time, but it didn’t stop me from putting pen to paper. For this poem, I drew upon real life events and personified …
Even with an intimate dossier, characters will shape their own story. Allow for moments of unexpected discoveries.
A story’s viewpoint may appear to be a straightforward choice. Choose a point of view and start writing. But my experience with viewpoint doesn’t support this ideal application. Rather, I have come to embrace the art of switching.
A reflection on Barthes’ essay and how it encourages the writer to consider the reader.
A contentious debate rages among authors over plotting and pantsing. At times, the argument draws blood with plotters accusing pantsers of pretending and pantsers referring to plotting as paint-by-numbers.
Self-reflection teaches you to look back on an experience and discover ways to improve your writing discipline. It encourages discovery, reveals decisions and organises information into a meaningful contexts.
Going out doors after many days of writing allowed me to reflect on my draft novel and the similarities between gardening and revising.
Whether writing a book, poetry, online articles, letters or a personal diary regular writing requires discipline. Creating a habit, just like creating a fitness habit can nurture success.