Do you ever get stuck writing and you’re not sure where to go? Or stalled out in the midst of a writing project? If you’re looking for creative writing prompts that are specific to your work in progress, read on!
I love books, writing books included. I have them all. Well, maybe not all, but I do have quite a few, and my collection constantly grows. I read them, highlight passages, make notes, and then if they are truly excellent I keep them on my “How to Write” bookshelf. These are the books I reach … [Read more…]
I’m sure you’ve heard the advice “show, don’t tell,” but do you really understand it? Are you telling when you could be showing, especially with your character’s emotions? Gestures are one of the best techniques a writer can use to show emotion or attitude of a character. Especially around dialogue, adding a gesture or … [Read more…]
If you’re anything like me, you not only write, you love to read. Voraciously. I cherish, treasure, simply adore books. I love to hold books in my hands and see them on the shelf. The reasons for my literary love affair are endless, way too many to mention here. But now…confession time. (whisper) I bought … [Read more…]
We live in a visually-oriented society, and so why not use photographs to get your creative writing juices flowing? Whether writing novels, short fiction or focusing on nonfiction, these creative exercises are just what your muse needs!