It used to be rare that I got stuck while writing a book. But lately, with my time more fragmented and no deadlines except those I impose on myself, I’ve found myself clawing my way through first drafts. To try and get the momentum going again, I’ve gone back to the techniques that served me…
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I Want to Interview Your Character
I don’t care which – protagonist/antagonist – preferably a major player in your latest WIP. This exercise is great for helping us flesh out characters even if those details don’t make it to the page. Having a fully detailed character comes through in other subtle ways. Try it and see – pick your favorite or…
Write What You Know
“Write what you know.” That was Mrs. Frances Toepfer’s advice on the first day of English Composition class at Abraham Lincoln High School in southwest Denver more years ago than I wish to acknowledge. She then raised her glasses from the chain around her neck and studied us for a moment, expecting, I suppose, questions….
Never Enough Hours in a Day
Ever had that feeling? If you haven’t, then either you’re a very lucky person, or you’re fibbing! I’m suffering through a particularly long spell of this problem. Work is busy. My grandkids have had multiple baseball and softball games each week after work. The weeds are growing to rainforest heights due to the wonderful/awful amount…
Conference 411! Changes for Colorado Gold 2019
Registration is open for the 2019 Colorado Gold Conference. If you haven’t yet registered, get to it—you’ll be so glad you did! If you have registered, welcome! This year’s conference offers a lively variety of new workshops, classes, and services designed to enlighten, encourage, and inspire you! Read on so you’ll feel right at home from…