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Why Writers Should Read

August 9, 2013 by Kathy Steffen 4 Comments

I am always astounded at how many times I hear a writer say, “I don’t read. I don’t have the time.” The truth of the matter is that you will make time for what is important and if writing is important to you, reading should be as well. Whether books or articles, fiction or non-fiction, … [Read more…]

Posted in: Inspiration, Writing Life Tagged: creative writing, inspiration, read

The Secret to Creative Writing

June 14, 2013 by Kathy Steffen 3 Comments

When you do things from your soul, you feel a river moving in you, a joy. –Rumi For writers and artists, especially ones who have a business side to their artistic endeavors, there is a constant tightrope act of walking between the logic part of the brain and letting go so the creative side can … [Read more…]

Posted in: Featured, Inspiration, Writing Life Tagged: creative writing, inspiration, writing tips

Freewriting. Free the Writer Within!

May 3, 2013 by Kathy Steffen 7 Comments
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Freewriting is a terrific way to sneak your way into the writing zone and then write your way to an idea. I use freewriting any time I’m stuck. Instead of staring at a blank page (whether paper or a blank page on a computer—all that white!) I grab a pen or wiggle my fingers over … [Read more…]

Posted in: Inspiration, Writing Life Tagged: creative writing, creative writing prompts, freewriting

5 Tips for Writing Characters who will Intrigue Readers

April 26, 2013 by Kathy Steffen 5 Comments

When developing and writing characters, a writer’s number one goal is creating characters who will connect with and intrigue readers. Five Tips for Writing Characters Who Will Intrigue Your Reader Writing Characters Tips 1 & 2: Secrets and Lies One of the best ways to build conflict and suspense in your character and intrigue your … [Read more…]

Posted in: Characters, Writing Craft, Writing Tips Tagged: characters, creative writing, writing tips

End of the World Writing Prompts

December 14, 2012 by Kathy Steffen 5 Comments

Nostradamus, the Bible, the Mayan calendar, no matter who you are or where you live, you have heard the end of the world prophesized. We’ve all seen the cartoon hippie with a sandwich board warning us “The End is Near!” and waited with baited breath when 1999 flipped to 2000. Then December 21, 2012 (the … [Read more…]

Posted in: Writing Craft, Writing Prompts Tagged: creative writing, creative writing prompts, fiction writing
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