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What Can Be Learned from Best Picture Nominations

Posted by Rachel on January 11, 2013 in current event, emotion, inspiration, review, symbolism, writing |

Even though the movie industry is separate from the book industry, I believe they go hand-in-hand when it comes to general creativity and current trends. As such, there can be several things to learn from award season when a year’s worth of films is transformed into a handful of high-quality contenders. This year’s nominees are […]

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On the Lighter Side

Posted by Rachel on January 8, 2013 in audience, characters, description, dialogue, emotion, writing tips |

Have you ever read something so cut and dry that it’s like slogging through a pile of cow pies? Even if you like the story concept? We’ve all been there. It happens. Humor is what makes good stories great and helps give the narrative heart. It creates a sense of voice, for one thing (which […]

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A Thankful Writer

Posted by Rachel on November 21, 2012 in best of, emotion, idols, inspiration, Lisa Tener, teaching, writing |

This week’s post will be giving thanks to everyone who has helped me in the past year and what I am most thankful for as the beloved American tradition of stuffing our faces rolls around again. First of all, I am thankful for my wonderful family and friends that put up with endless hours of me talking […]

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Overcoming Obstacles

Posted by Rachel on June 11, 2012 in agent, audience, emotion, inspiration, query, review, writing |

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 […]

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