It Used To Be Easy

It used to be easy, but now it isn't. Writing, that is. When I started writing the first draft of The Claiming Words, I punched out words on the computer, not caring about the rules of writing or anything else. I wrote what I wanted. I lived through the characters, let them consume me, and … Continue reading It Used To Be Easy

The Blame Game

There are tons of articles and blogs about the business of writing—the queries, the edits, the marketing, etc. I think I’ve even covered a few of those points in an earlier blog of my very own. Today, I read an article written by a soon-to-be-published friend who discussed that very topic. She brought up an … Continue reading The Blame Game

Stuck in the Middle

It's the worst spot imaginable. The place where I always falter. I’m stuck. In the middle. I wouldn’t call this writer’s block. Maybe writer’s apprehensionis a better term. I’m at a pivotal point and I’m standing on the precipice wondering if I should jump in, or take a step back. What I do here will … Continue reading Stuck in the Middle

A Lack of Words

These past few weeks, I've suffered from a lack of words. Not of the verbal variety, but of the written. My family members and co-workers can attest to the fact that my verbal skills are still very much alive. Sadly, all those lovely (or not so lovely) words which so effortlessly spew from my mouth … Continue reading A Lack of Words