Archive for October 20th, 2009

Writing Tip

Oct 20th, 2009 | By donna | Category: Writing Tips

A novel notebook is a must have.  Although  it may sound like old school with all the current technology, having a 3 ring binder to contain your work in progress is a win-win.  Divide the binder into sections: Synopsis, Character Bio, Setting, Chapter Details, Pictures, Notes.  Add the information per section.  It will always be [...]



Writing Tip

Oct 20th, 2009 | By donna | Category: Writing Tips

As hard as it may be sometimes, to be a successful writer you need to get into the habit of doing writerly things: writing everyday (even if it is only notes or journal entries, or editing previous written work) and you MUST read. And not just pop culture books. Read across the board. [...]



Writing Tip

Oct 20th, 2009 | By donna | Category: Writing Tips

Set aside time each day for your writing. Even if it is only an hour. If you can’t write something new, re-read what you have done and freshen it up. Great way to get the creative juices flowing.



Writing Tip

Oct 20th, 2009 | By donna | Category: Writing Tips

No matter how difficult is may seem, or even if you believe down in your soul that you don’t have time, you must write everyday. Even if it is not the novel or current project that you are working on. Write something. Revise, take notes. Whatever. But you have to keep the adrenaline [...]



Writing Tip

Oct 20th, 2009 | By donna | Category: Writing Tips

A Private Affair



Writing Tip

Oct 20th, 2009 | By donna | Category: Writing Tips

Do you have a tip to share with writers? Something that works for you?



Highly Recommended Reading

Oct 20th, 2009 | By donna | Category: What I'm Reading




Just Some Thoughts

Oct 20th, 2009 | By donna | Category: What I'm Doing

I writer should be acknowledged for the magic they bring to the page, the smiles they put on a readers face, the thoughts they put in readers heads. They should be acknowledged for their skills, their bravery for exposing their inner-selves to the world, for contributing to the plethora of literature. They should not be [...]



IN STORES NOW

Oct 20th, 2009 | By donna | Category: Excerpts



On Facebook And Twitter

Oct 20th, 2009 | By donna | Category: Happenings on My Networks

I try to keep up with Facebook and Twiiter. If you can’t find me here, you can follow me on Facebook & Twitter.