Notebooks of My Life

I hoard notebooks. I’ve heard that’s common for writers so that’s my excuse when I buy new ones. But what’s actually inside the notebooks I have?

You Had Me at Hello — or How to Start Your Story

A story only has so much time to make a great first impression: the first line, the blurb or maybe just the cover. When a reader picks up your story, what’s going to keep them reading? What makes a great beginning? 

Friday Snippet #119

You know what day it is tomorrow? Other than April Fool’s.

Yup, it’s Camp NaNoWriMo time! I’ll be focusing on translating a novel, what’s your project?

If you’re not sure where to start, check out this page on the Camp NaNo website.

Then prepare to write. See you in April!

Friday Snippet #114

Fourth and final Feb-Flash writing prompt is all ready to inspire you. Check it out and prepare to share your work on my Sunday post!

Friday Snippet #113

Sometimes it’s good to go back to basics. Back to cliches, even. For this week’s prompt, start your 500-word (or so) flash fiction piece with the phrase: It was a dark and stormy night.

Check back on Sunday for my story and remember to share yours too!

Friday Snippet #112

A new weekend, a new writing prompt! Check it out and remember to take part in my Feb-Flash on Sunday.