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3 Writer’s Commandments and the Importance of Avoiding the Dreaded “S” Word
by Jenny Hansen There are three rules for writing a novel. Unfortunately, no one knows what they are. ~W. Somerset Maugham Novel writing isn’t for sissies. I know we’ve talked about this before. I’ve even brought you people like Margie … Continue reading
Posted in Inspiration, This week at Crit Group
Tagged Margie Lawson, Stephen J. Cannell, Susan Mallery, Writers in the Storm, writing
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Brainstorming: Tips For Getting More Out Of “What if…”
By Sharla Rae Some writers brainstorm on their own, some do it with another writer or a group of writers. My personal favorite is ‘what-ifing’ with my critique group. Along the way I learned a few things. I think the … Continue reading
Posted in Craft, This week at Crit Group
Tagged Brainstorming, Critique Groups, editing, plotting, Sharla Rae, writing
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Dealing with Writerly PMS (It’s not what you think)
Posted by Orly Konig-Lopez You finished your Work in Progress. Now what? If you’re anything like me, you promptly get moody and restless. After all, we’ve just spent months living with our characters, immersed in their lives and talking to … Continue reading
Posted in Craft, Inspiration, This week at Crit Group
Tagged Orly Konig Lopez, WIP, writing
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Beta Readers – Why You Want Them, Why You Need Them
Beta readers bumped my manuscript from okay to publishable. What did these beta readers do?
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Introverts vs. Extroverts ~ Writing Style Throwdown, Part 2
Last Monday, Orly Konig-Lopez argued for the introverts. If you missed her post, click here and take a peek. Some of you commented, but I’m guessing we’re going to get more today because the extroverts are in the house, jumping … Continue reading
“Writerly” Thanks From Our Team Here at WITS
Today we’re each taking the opportunity to give thanks for one “writerly” thing that helps us put those words on the page. from Jenny Hansen: I am thankful for blogging. Particularly for More Cowbell, my personal blog. Not only does it give me … Continue reading
Throwdown Part 1: The Introverted Writer
Our new Writer in the Storm, Orly Konig-Lopez, is taking on Jenny Hansen in our latest throwdown: Introverted vs Extroverted Writer. Next Monday, Jenny will offer arguments, er… uh, gentle persuasion on the Extroverted Writer. by Orly Konig-Lopez Loyal followers (and you’re … Continue reading
Posted in Craft, This week at Crit Group
Tagged Jenny Hansen, Orly Konig Lopez, The Introverted Writer, Writers in the Storm, writing
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Putting Lipstick on the Troll – The Introverted Writer
I can’t tell you how giddy we are here at WITS. We’ve been sitting on an announcement, dying to blab, but having to sit on it until today (well, okay, maybe that was just me-I stink at secrets.) You ready? … Continue reading
Posted in Inspiration, This week at Crit Group
Tagged Introvert, Orly Konig Lopez, Writers in the Storm, writing
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Words for Your Writing Toolbox: Get Rid of “Get”
Sharla’s been getting receiving tons of love at Writers In The Storm this week. As part of our “thank you,” we’re bumping this amazing post of hers up by several days. ~ Jenny ********************* by Sharla Rae The idea for this … Continue reading
Posted in Craft, This week at Crit Group
Tagged grammar, language, Sharla Rae, structure, Writers in the Storm, writing
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