Category Archives: Writing

11 Things I Learned at DFWcon

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Annie Neugebauer

Originally posted on February 28, 2011 at 4:47 PM Just got back from the con last night, and man my head is spinning. Not only did I get my first requests (yes, plural!) for full manuscripts, but I also got … Continue reading →

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10 Ways to Make Your Writing Wicked-Good

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Annie Neugebauer

Originally posted on February 16, 2011 at 12:20 AM With all of the writing blogs out there, doesn’t it eventually begin to feel like everyone is just regurgitating the same advice in different phrasing? Well, you won’t have to worry … Continue reading →

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The Seven (Not So) Deadly Sins of Writers

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Annie Neugebauer

Originally posted on February 9, 2011 at 3:25 PM In descending order of least deadly to most deadly, the seven deadly sins of those who possess the oats to calleth themselves “writers.” 7. Pride “She holdeth her head higher than … Continue reading →

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In Defense of Daily Quotas

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Annie Neugebauer

Originally posted on January 26, 2011 at 9:35 PM A writer friend of mine has thrown out some excellent writing metaphorage in reference to marathons vs. sprints. But to play the devil’s advocate… The quota works for some people. Namely, … Continue reading →

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What I Do All Day

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Annie Neugebauer

Originally posted on January 16, 2011 at 6:10 PM I’ll tell you my very least favorite part of being a writer. It’s not rejections. It’s not waiting for rejections. It’s not the work. It isn’t even being called “a housewife.” … Continue reading →

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