Can Writing Become an Obsession?
A new writer can cross some dangerous territory- when they first begin to do something new, such as write a new blog, or work with a more veteran writer, the challenge is not to become obsessed with writing. You want…
Writer’s Block and The Channel of Writing
Writer’s block isn’t something I am used to. I have to sit down and look at my book (which is simply a lot of long hand notes) and wonder what I can do to get from these scribblings, which are…
Revision before Publication
Revision is not for the faint of heart; it’s a nicer way of saying editing or rewriting. There is so much work to be done when it comes to revision, and I like to think that it’s because as a…
Things Learned About Blogging While Falling Down
Rewrites are harder then they look, it is true with blogs and it is true with editing. What I need to say is there, what I must communicate in a powerful format is there, but not right, so whatever I’m…
Of Writing and Blogging, and the State of Oz.
The wonderful wizard of Oz has nothing on me. I have so many things to do: start this blog, write a book, balance home and other commitments. They all are fun in their own way. The problem is I often…