Playing with Time in Tartitude’s Three Things Full of Win
1. Have you seen BBC’s Sherlock Holmes? Thus far it’s a three-episode series set in contemporary London, and to podge a British term, it’s brill. Smart, fast-paced, relying more on intellect and issues about character than on the stars’ appearance, it won thumbs up from all Read More …
On Grabbing Writerly Fear by the Throat and Making It Say, “Mama”
I have a bold prediction about my post up on Writer Unboxed today: You’re gonna love it, hate it, or toss it squarely into the “meh” category. How’s that for knowing one’s audience, huh? Gadzooks! Time for a Game of Crit Eeks! After that, I’ll be here until Read More …
If You’re Inclined to Feel Sorry for Yourself about Your Road to Publication…
…then do I have an interview for you! Up today on Writer Unboxed is Part I of my conversation with Kim Michele Richardson, author of The Unbreakable Child. Kim’s book might have heart-wrenching and difficult material to read, but it’s Read More …
Writer Unboxed Monday: Eleven Ways to Become a Sucker for the Unfamiliar
I’m up at Writer Unboxed today, answering a reader question. Although you might be getting sick of sweets already, the picture to the left is thematically related. I promise. Hope to see some of you there! Q&A: Eleven Ways to Become a Read More …
Want to Ask a Question of the Writer Unboxed Peeps?
A quick heads-up, guys: December at Writer Unboxed will be about YOU with a goal to answer your writing-related questions. You can provide your input through the comment section or anonymously. Just make sure to do so by November 25. And if you Read More …
Writing Across Cultural Lines, the Week’s Schedule, and Results of Kathryn Magendie’s SWEETIE Giveaway
In case you’re wondering, my last off-site blog post this month happens today. 🙂 I’m at Writer Unboxed with Cindy Pon and Shveta Thakrar, where they are giving us a quick primer on Writing Across Cultural Lines with Verve and Sensitivity. Read More …
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