Tag: Creativity
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The Novel Dilemma: Story No Longer Relevant … Now What?
What happens if you discover your novel-in-progress is no longer relevant? Do you let it go and start a new project, or re-work your story and characters? I ask because I’VE hit such a dilemma, and I’m turning to you for answers. I may be an experienced article-writer, journalist, and copywriter … but the world…
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Bring Back the Vinyl, Man!
I just bought this awesome new record player the other month, an all-in-one, where you can play C.D.s, tapes, iPods … and of course, those good ol’ vinyls.
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Here’s to All the Outcasts!
All the “weirdos,” all the “stupids,” all the “oddballs.” I’m proud to walk among you, because my uniqueness is what makes my writing stand out. Were you ever bullied as a kid? Forced to give up your milk money? Endured long hours of whispers or sly smirks, followed by giggles behind your back?
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Just F-ing Write, Already!
This is what my boyfriend recently yelled at me. And ever since, I’ve screamed those same words over and over into my head. To force myself to stop obsessing over everyone else who’s been (super) successful, and why I’m not there yet. We’re writers, right? So for the love of GOD—just do some dang writing…
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Weight Watchers for Your Writing? Oh Yes …
For the first time in my life, I’m struggling with a weight problem. Not a bad one, but it’s enough. I don’t mean to get all mushy on you; trust me, there’s a writing lesson here. First of all, I’m sorry I missed a blog post last week. I suffered an Internet outage, and then life…
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Inspire Yourself with these 6 Themes
I’ve been on a creative binge lately. And for the New Year, I want to help inspire you, too! I’ve been reading books and writing stories about some of the deepest, most profound themes I know. You know, those deep, dark ideas that give a story its umph. That inspire us to reconsider our own…
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What Are You Willing to Sacrifice to Write?
I first met Lynette Benton on Twitter, and soon discovered what a great writing instructor she makes! That’s why I invited Lynette to write a guest post for Rogue Writer. Today she asks, what would YOU be willing to sacrifice to write? Read (and see) Lynette’s hilarious answer below … What Are You Willing to…
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The Best Dialogue Tip EVER
I can’t write a story without dialogue. I mean, dialogue brings a story alive. But have you ever read a book where the dialogue scenes just dragged and bored? I have. And nine times out of 10, I never finish the book. So what makes dialogue drag, and what makes it sing? I’ve been writing…
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I’m Tired of Writing
Do you ever feel that way? Wiped clean. Buzzed dry. Rolled flat. Yea, that’s me today. And I’m not afraid to say it. I’m a writer, who for once, is sick of writing. Gasp! I know, right? But here’s the thing. I do it all day for my job. I do it after work for…