It’s a little too chilly for the beach, but I have just sent in a brand new manuscript. I know, I know, the work is only beginning. But today still marks a milestone. It is ready for comments. It is out of my hands…for a little while at least. …
Congratulations to my son, Elliot, who this week graduated from high school. He’s the baby who crossed the busy street in a diaper. He’s the boy who wanted me to read the National Geographic Book of Mammals–especially all about the musk ox. He’s the bar mitzvah boy who thought …
what your teacher does after they send you a long letter with feedback? Here is the answer: they don’t sleep! Critiquing is …
Today, I also posted some thoughts on Through the Tollbooth. Check it out here! Have a great writing day!
Last weekend, I attended a very inspiring conference where I figured out quite a lot about my main characters. I made myself …
There are many reasons to go to SCBWI conferences and retreats and classes. There is the sense of community you get from …
Right???? Jump off that cliff today. Write the scene you aren’t quite ready for. Be willing to see your character as …
So about that magic ring….
Lately, I have been spending a lot of time on ONE scene. Adding to it. Playing with time. Using scene…and summary. Writing …
Yesterday, I wondered what a hard rain sounded like. This morning, I got my answer. It sounds like running water. And …