by Heidi McCahan, @HeidiMcCahan We’ve all been there. Maybe you’ve received harshly worded feedback from an anonymous judge in a reputable contest. Perhaps your critique partner’s suggestions have left you feeling …
How to Write as a Pantser
by James L. Rubart, @jameslrubart At a conference earlier this year a conferee came up and said, “I’ve read you’re a pantser.” “Guilty.” “So how do you do it?” “What …
How to Write a Synopsis Part 1: The Overview Paragraph
by Beth K. Vogt, @bethvogt Let’s talk about writing a novel synopsis, shall we? Not a favorite topic of conversation, is it? Sometimes when writers hear the words “write a synopsis,” …
The Necessity of Mental Layovers in Your Writing Career
by Lisa Jordan, @lisajordan This past week, I flew to St. Louis, Missouri for the annual ACFW Conference. I didn’t have a direct flight and found myself spending nearly ten …
Bringing Authenticity to Your Setting When You’ve Never Been There
By Jennifer Deibel, @ThisGalsJourney One of the best things about writing and reading is getting to explore distant corners of the world without ever having to leave your couch. When …