The beginning of a story is crucial. It can make the difference in gaining the attention of a prospective agent, acquisitions editor, and ultimately the reader. So, how do you start? Here are some suggestions to help you find your beginning.
Trauma creates chaos, while writing brings new order: imposing a beginning, middle, and an end. Here are some key suggestions for how to approach writing a memoir about trauma.
How writing about trauma can benefit us — both emotionally and physically.
Shifting the way you think about your book goals can help you get to the end more easily.
A simple-sounding “10-5-1” plan can help you finally get started on that nonfiction book you’ve been thinking of writing.
If you’re finding that your narrative’s energy is flagging, try pinpointing your protagonist’s defining characteristic. Here’s how that can help your story.
Deliver your document to your editor in Word, use Track Changes, and maintain one master document to save time and money.
Is your creative vision on your pages? Here’s how you can find out.
I have three requirements for an off-site writing perch. These nine picks meet all three.
A question that comes up in every writing class I teach and with nearly every client, is this: Is every story worth telling? I say the answer is yes — with an asterisk.
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