First drafts are easy to write. You sit down and let the words flow. Revising, self-editing, and polishing your final draft are the hard part, as this funny meme suggests. Wishing all my fellow writers, editors, and friends a creative and productive weekend!
There’s a definite connection between a writer’s heart and his imagination, as this insightful advice from Mark Twain suggests: “When all else fails, write what your heart tells you. You can’t depend on your eyes when your imagination is out of focus.”
Are you struggling with writer’s block? Don’t know what to write? Here’s an insight from master storyteller Ray Bradbury: “Your intuition knows what to write, so get out of the way.”
When you are down on yourself and think you’ll never be a great writer, remember… “You only learn to be a better writer by actually writing.” —Doris Lessing
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Happy Friday to all! Another week in the history books, and if you’ve been wanting to do some writing, this weekend is a great time to start! “You can, you should, and if you’re brave enough to start, you will.” —Stephen King
In the writing classes I’ve taught over the years, I’ve often said that as a writer, your words can entertain, enlighten, even change the world. It’s not a new concept. Back in the mid-1500s, Martin Luther wrote, or so it’s claimed on the Web!): “If you want to change the world, pick up a pen.” … read more Your Words Can Change the World
Many writers are moody, temperamental types, and deeply influenced by the people around them. Here’s some advice that will help keep you writing and reasonably sane in daily life.
Opening your submission cover letter with “Dear Sirs” will bring an instant rejection slip from this Irish independent publisher. Tramp Press announced today that it is closing the door to writers who open their cover letter with “Dear Sirs” or mention that they do not read books by women. The editors say they want to … read more Writers Beware — “Dear Sirs” Will Bring a Rejection Slip!
Here’s some great advice for those who struggle with writer’s block—WRITE your way out of it! “You can’t think yourself out of a writing block; you have to write your way out of a thinking block.” —John Rogers