by Tari Faris, @FarisTari It is that time of year again. School supplies fill the shelves, everything feels new, and my kids are headed off to a new year of …
Let’s Talk Series
One of the great debates in writing is stand-alone vs. a series. There plenty of cases for both but I definitely have a preference. But before we get to that, …
Choosing to be Budget-Savvy and Creative During COVID-19: 10 Inexpensive Gifts for Writers
by Beth K. Vogt, @bethvogt Usually “gifts for writers” posts start showing up in November, maybe as early as October, when we’re all making our Christmas lists and checking them twice. …
The Character Name Game
by Rachel D. Russell, @RDRussellWrites The further into a book’s first draft, the more you’ll see placeholders like WHOBODY, MRS.STOREOWNER, or HEROSDADNAME. You know, super fancy placeholders when I don’t have time …