On the Topic of Writing

Writing Delightfully Dishonest Characters

“Show, don’t tell.” I’d consider this to be the golden rule of writing. There are many ways to introduce new information…

I’ve talked about why I write fantasy, and recently I pondered why I read fantasy…..

Don’t keep tapping that DELETE button when you are operating on your manuscript.

I would like to pause and thank the select group of teachers who inspired me to learn and grow into the writer I am today….

I have to say the hardest part of writing a novel is not, actually, writing your novel. It’s editing it.

I am in no way implying that depression is necessary or encouraged in any way….

Writing is a solitary endeavor. That makes the decision to publish all the more daunting.

A dear friend and truly amazing woman once gave me advice I still hold close to my heart every day: “Do what you love, and the money will follow.”

The Japanese say you have three faces. The first face, you show to the world. The second face, you show to your close friends, and your family.

Voice. It’s a simple concept. Execution? Not always quite as easy. An author’s voice is unique. Even if you’ve never read beyond the first page….