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Martha Alderson: Empowering Writing Secrets from The Plot Whisperer
Martha Alderson: Empowering Writing Secrets from The Plot Whisperer

As many of you know, from time to time, I like sharing writing tips and writing inspiration on my blog. Well, today, I’ve got a bit of both. Martha Alderson, aka The Plot Whisperer, is here! Martha has been touring the blogosphere these past two weeks, sharing her knowledge and spreading the word about her new [...]

James Scott Bell on Writing Through Frustration
James Scott Bell on Writing Through Frustration

This pretty much sums up where I am right now. PB is kicking me in the butt right now and I’m fighting through the painful middle of a new project. But, I’m going to work through it. The kids start school in FOUR days. Hopefully, there will be a little more quiet time to write. [...]

Writing Tip: The Plot Whisperer
Writing Tip: The Plot Whisperer

Have you heard of The Plot Whisperer? If you haven’t, pay attention very carefully. Martha Alderson, AKA The Plot Whisperer, put together an excellent series of videos: How to Plot a Novel, Memoir, Screenplay. Whether you’ve always wanted to take a writing class, or simply need a refresher, Martha Alderson will teach you how to plot. Take [...]

Shining the Light on SPILLING INK by Anne Mazer and Ellen Potter
Shining the Light on SPILLING INK by Anne Mazer and Ellen Potter

Have you had a chance to read SPILLING INK: A Young Writer’s Handbook by Anne Mazer and Ellen Potter? If you haven’t, you must check it out. It’s a great resource for the young writer, a middle school teacher to use in a classroom setting, and I’ll admit, even an older person (ahem) like me. [...]

Shining the Light on THE WRITING & CRITIQUE GROUP SURVIVAL GUIDE by Becky Levine
Shining the Light on THE WRITING & CRITIQUE GROUP SURVIVAL GUIDE by Becky Levine

I am so happy to have Becky Levine here today as my guest hostess. Becky offers great insight on the writing process. Did you know she wrote a book about the critique process? Enter THE WRITING & CRITIQUE GROUP SURVIVAL GUIDE: How to Give and Receive Feedback, Self-Edit, and Make Revisions. If you’re looking for [...]