The synopsis might be one of the most underrated writing tools that we, as writers, have at our disposal. Forget the agent, and write one for yourself.
A Simple Show-Don’t-Tell Test
As writers, we know the old rule “show don’t tell.” Here’s an easy test to help you spot the sentences in your prose that tell when they should show.
Six Tips to Form a Writers’ Group That Lasts
I asked Lindsey her thoughts on how to build a writing community. She shared six ideas on building a writers’ group that lasts.
The Perfect Pen
The search is over. I’ve found the perfect pen. The ink comes out super smooth, and the smaller tip gives a clean line. It even has a barely squishy, textured grip near the bottom.
5 Reasons You Should Be Using Scrivener
5 good reasons that writers should make the switch to Scrivener. Seriously, it’s the best $45 you’ll ever spend on your writing.
Literary Party in Upstate New York
Today’s post, about building community by hosting a literary party, is written by Robin Flanigan of the Kinetic Pen in Upstate New York.
Writing a Novel is Hard
Writing a novel is hard. I’ve written countless drafts and discarded thousands of pages (I wish that was an exaggeration).