Sometime last week, someone commented on one of my posts, asking for advice on how I am able to stick to one story. While I gave my methods (these will be covered in Part Two, coming this Thursday), I asked one of my fellow authors to give her thoughts on it. I have had the … Continue reading On Sticking to One Story and Finishing It- Part One
On Halfway Points
I am excited to let you all know that I am right about at the halfway point of my novel, Heavenly Lights! I can't believe how far I have come, and how well it is going. My excitement for the story hasn't dwindled even a little, and I look forward to writing even more and … Continue reading On Halfway Points
On Character Names
When writing a novel, choosing names that aren't boring or cliche for your characters can be an extremely difficult task to overcome. This can be even more difficult on those who are writing fantasy. You want to create names that are original and sound somewhat exotic, but you don't want to put apostrophes in all … Continue reading On Character Names
Lifeless- A Short Story
As you walk down the street that splits the small town in two, you realize that something is wrong. There is no color. The leaves on the trees are not green as they should be, the flowers that have finally bloomed after a long and cold winter lack their brightness. The signs in the windows … Continue reading Lifeless- A Short Story
Change It Up
It has been said by numerous authors and creatives that changing things up around them results in them being more productive. Whether it be a switching from writing on a computer to writing on a legal pad or writing in your car instead of your office (or whatever you claim as your work space), they … Continue reading Change It Up
The Ugly Truth for Writers
Every writer has experienced people giving them blank stares whenever they talk about their writing. While you may be excited about those 100,000 words you may just have written in one day-- I doubt you have; if you have, let me bow down at your feet-- they won't care. They may say, "Wow! That's a lot … Continue reading The Ugly Truth for Writers
3 Reasons Why You Should Update People On Your Word Count Status
There is nothing like seeing the word count of your novel increasing over time. Whether it be only a couple dozen words or a couple thousand (or ten thousand if you're crazy) words a day, keeping your followers on Twitter, Facebook, or your website updated on how far you are getting into your story is … Continue reading 3 Reasons Why You Should Update People On Your Word Count Status
To Outline, Or Not To Outline?
That isn't the question. Well, for me anyway. The question whether or not one should outline when writing a novel has been asked thousands of times, and is one that I have struggled to answer for myself ever since I began writing. You see, there are two types of authors. The first is the one … Continue reading To Outline, Or Not To Outline?
Free Writing
“How many times have you been here?” “Once or twice.” “You’re lying.” “Okay, okay. Eight.” “Eight times?” “Yes, eight. Why does it matter?” “I… It… It doesn’t, I guess. I was just curious. And I’m excited.” “With good reason, too.” “What is it like?” “Really?” “Really, what?” “You want me to tell you? To spoil … Continue reading Free Writing
When I Visit A Library by Adam Bolander
This amazing piece was written by a friend of mine who is a member in my writing group. He described everything so perfectly! Absolutely stunning. When I walk into a library, my stomach always begins to turn flip flops. I see knights charging between the bookshelves on horseback, swords raised for battle. Three witches sit … Continue reading When I Visit A Library by Adam Bolander
Evan W.S. Morgan 