For all that is good and holy in the world, what possessed you to become an author? Seriously, I know what you mean. When my kids were young, I would gaze longingly at the paperback novels on the racks beside the cashier at the grocery store, wishing I could publish one of those someday. I…
Tag: writing process
What have I done to myself?
I’ve dabbled in many genres, but I like history. I’ve traveled and hiked Colorado and Wyoming to explore, learn, and meet new people. Sure, I like to read. I’ve seen the world from a variety of points of view. So, wherein lies my personal demise? Putting both of the above into a manuscript—a western historical…
Fresh Mind Syndrome: A Writer’s Affliction
The comic strip Pickles features an adorable 70-something couple named Earl and Opal Pickles. In Sunday’s issue, Earl asks Opal, “Why do I have to say everything twice?” This is related to one of my husband’s frequent complaints: I never listen to him. He may tell me twice that he’s playing golf on Friday, but…
The Business of Patience
This one is about patience. Patience, that is, and hard work. Later this summer, Lake Union Publishing (an Amazon imprint) will publish The Swing of Things. The book represents five years of work by co-writers Linda Hull (former RMFW Writer of the Year) and Keir Graff, an award-winning writer, editor, and big cheese at Booklist. Together,…
Writing Fresh
I recently heard about a rising singer/songwriter who has found some success on social media who decided to interview herself on her own blog. How does that even work? ME: So, what’s your main inspiration for writing? MYSELF: Why are you asking me? You probably know better than I do. I: Or at least as…