Setting: Emotional Depth Through Character Perspective
When writing, I start from character, not simply because I think it’s a great place to start—although, for me, it’s mostly character engagement that keeps me reading (or writing) a…
Here and There, This and That
I have been here and there, doing this and that. So here’s a quick update on what’s been going on in my world. A huge shout out and thank you…
Flash Fiction: Red Scarf
This week’s blog post is a bit of Flash Fiction that was inspired by a writing prompt about a lost red scarf. I did this entirely as dialogue and sound, which…
Five-Word Writing Prompt Poetry
This week, I was given a 5-word writing prompt for my blog post. Here is the result:
Love of Learning Has Taught Me Well
Love of learning is one of my key personality traits. My thirst for knowledge was given to me by my mother who was always well-read, especially in the sciences. Non-fiction,…
Making Emotional Connections Through Writing
Making emotional connections through writing is always at the top of my list of goals, whether I am writing poetry or prose. When I tell people I am a writer,…