Hanging On
Have you ever been reading a story, not really completely drawn in but the chapter endings are cleverly cliffhanged that you can’t seem to put it down? That is excellent planning, my friend. A rousing bit of conflict cropping up from nowhere to snag your attention and keep your eyes planted on the page. Ideally […]
Childhood Influences
Since I was little, I was always attracted to stories. To be honest, I didn’t actually enjoy reading until I was 12, so before then, my favorite stories were usually portrayed on television or in the movies. I believe what influences us as blossoming writers somehow transforms how and what we write later in life. […]
Never Fall in Love with a Succubus
My mother always told me, “Never fall in love with a succubus.” Of course, I never listened. Why should I have? They’re the most gorgeous people know to humanity. One look and your eyes burn the memory of their flowing locks, flawless skin, and sparkling eyes into your brain. Forever. It’s not something you can ignore, […]
Overcoming Obstacles
As writers, we are no stranger to the occasional inspiration blockage or difficulty in starting a new scene. There are pitfalls scattered everywhere in writing. Those come from within and are easily curable. The biggest problem you will face is the external obstacles that are created by others. Springing up as if from nowhere, blindsiding […]
Pitch Wars Mentee 2014
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