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How I Revise My Novels

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I talk a lot about writing, creating, marketing, editing, etc. But I haven’t specifically discussed the revision process. But isn’t revising and editing the same thing, you ask. No, not really. Though the lines can definitely blur, revising is a stage that comes before editing. Revising is knowing what to keep in your work, what… Continue reading How I Revise My Novels

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I’m a Writer with Imposter Syndrome

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I have imposter syndrome. For those of you who don’t know, imposter syndrome “is a concept describing individuals who are marked by an inability to internalize their accomplishments and a persistent fear of being exposed as a fraud.” At least according to Wikipedia. (And, yes, I see the humor in starting this article with a… Continue reading I’m a Writer with Imposter Syndrome

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Your Story Ideas Aren’t Enough

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The other day I was on Twitter and saw someone tweet out something along the lines of, “YOUR STORY IDEA DOESN’T MEAN ANYTHING,” and I about had a heart attack, because WHAT. I mean, of course ideas matter. In fact, I’m one of those authors that keep lists and lists of ideas, because I believe… Continue reading Your Story Ideas Aren’t Enough

Writing Tips

Challenge Your Writing

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Challenging your writing is important, but what does that mean? It means trying something new—attempting a project outside your box of comfort—or switching everything up entirely. Challenging yourself can be a big or small adventure. You can try a new genre in a short story rather than a novel, for instance. But pushing yourself to… Continue reading Challenge Your Writing

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Trying to Write as a Pantser

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I’m a pantser for the first time. What’s a pantser? Someone who writes a book with no plan, as opposed to a plotter, who, you know, plots. Normally, I plot like crazy. I have plots for my plots. (Also known as subplots.) And though I almost always deviate from my original plans, I always have… Continue reading Trying to Write as a Pantser

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Writers and Vocabulary

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“If you don't have time to read, you don't have the time (or the tools) to write.” The famous Stephen King said it, and so many more agree. I vehemently say this to every writer I know. Why? Because it amazes me how many writers don’t read on a regular basis. By reading, you’re expanding… Continue reading Writers and Vocabulary

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#SATurday: Turning Dreams into Stories

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#SATurday: Turning Dreams into Stories I hate alarm clocks. I don’t hate many things, but an alarm clock is one of them. Most of the time, I wake up without one – I have my entire life – and I truly believe it’s because my brain is wired to dislike the act of waking up… Continue reading #SATurday: Turning Dreams into Stories

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Getting Unstuck as an Author

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Shannon, here, for one announcement: I’ve joined Pinterest as well. You can join me by clicking here. I have boards for The Timely Death Trilogy, November Snow, and Take Me Tomorrow - as well as boards for cats, coffee, and my crazy imagination. There might be some spoilers, but I try to keep it to… Continue reading Getting Unstuck as an Author

Writing Tips

Writing Tips: What’s On Your Desk?

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As I moved the past few days, I got to reorganize and rediscover all of my old trinkets (or junk.) Surprisingly, I had a lot of fun. I thought a lot about what my characters would find while moving, and I think that's a great writing prompt to mess around with (I sure tried it… Continue reading Writing Tips: What’s On Your Desk?

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Website Wonders: I Write Like

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So I was randomly searching the web when I found this website: I Write Like. Basically, click on the link, and you can paste any kind of text that you have written into the box. After that, click analyze, and it shows what famous writer you write like. I pasted in the most current novel… Continue reading Website Wonders: I Write Like