Category Archives: Writing

How to Give Critique (with poise)

Originally posted on September 10, 2010 at 3:18 PM This is a sister post to my blog, How to Accept Critique (with poise). This is not a blog about the mechanics of what to watch out for (characterization, dialogue, adverb … Continue reading

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As if from Nowhere

Originally posted on August 3, 2010 at 4:10 PM When we were on vacation, I got an idea for my next novel. It takes place in Lake City and is a horror novel, and that’s pretty much all I’m willing … Continue reading

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Creative License

Originally posted on May 27, 2010 at 4:15 PM Laurell K. Hamilton has talked before about how important research is when you write fantasy, because if you’re asking your readers to believe this crazy, magical stuff, everything that they know … Continue reading

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at my wit’s end

Originally posted on May 25, 2010 at 4:04 PM When I went to line camp my freshman year of drill team, I remember dancing in my sleep. That week of learning dances and practicing sometimes 20 hours a day sank … Continue reading

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How to Accept Critique (with poise)

Originally posted on May 13, 2010 at 6:29 PM Disclaimer: Everyone is different, and every group is different. Do what works for you. Here’s what works for me. This is a sister post to my blog, How to Give Critique … Continue reading

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