I have been a writer for a few years now. I call myself a writer instead of an author only because I currently do not have a finished manuscript to publish. The struggles in this industry are real. Things happen behind the scenes that I was never aware of as a reader. Knowing all of … Continue reading A Writer’s Struggle
Story Master
Last Friday and Saturday I took the opportunity to attend a conference presented by Capital City Writers Association. At this conference, I was blown-away by the Guest Speaker, Michael Hauge: StoryMaster. Having heard other writers speak of him, I was curious about what all the excitement was about at hearing this guy speak. Now I … Continue reading Story Master
New Year 2017 – A New Beginning
As the New Year begins, I look back and wonder what I want for this year that did not happen last year. There are many things, but that is not what I want to write about now. Something has happened that has sparked an interest in my "abilities" as I know them. What does that … Continue reading New Year 2017 – A New Beginning
Never Forget 09/11
"Where Were You When the World Stop Turning?" - Alan Jackson It was 15 years ago today and anyone who was alive has a story. Here's mine: It was a day like any other day. Just like in New York, it was blue skies and beautiful. I got up, went to work and had class just … Continue reading Never Forget 09/11
Travel ~ Dublin, Ireland
I love to travel! I have been to several European countries, some more than once, and have just returned from my second trip to Ireland. It was wonderful and the weather was perfect. Unexpectedly the temps were in the upper 70s and low 80s with only one day of rain. It was amazing and I … Continue reading Travel ~ Dublin, Ireland
Dear Michigan Public School Teachers
For all the Teachers out there! Dear Michigan Public School Teachers, It is July. The finish line has been crossed. And most of you did not sprint over it, hands waving in victory. You were a sweaty mess – staggering, stumb… Source: Dear Michigan Public School Teachers
Places to Write
Well, for a while now I have been looking for a place to find my muse, to write without interruption and to really focus on the writing. I have been using my comfy green chair in my living room next to my French doors that lead out to my deck. Very nice setting and I … Continue reading Places to Write
How to Write a Compelling Setting
Merriam-Webster defines setting as “the time, place, and conditions in which the action of a book, movie, etc., takes place.” So what does that mean to a writer and how do they make a reader feel like they are in that setting? The best way is for the author to be in that setting as … Continue reading How to Write a Compelling Setting
A Real Critique
Well, today I received my first critique of some of my paragraphs about setting. It was from Eliza Knight, an author I appreciate and admire. Her insights were wonderful and I believe that I can make some changes and improve my writing a lot. Here is my writing followed by Ms. Knight's comments: Lesson One … Continue reading A Real Critique
Vertigo
Well, as luck would have it I have a sinus infection and am experiencing bouts of vertigo. With my difficulties focusing (not to mention walking without running into walls) I have not been writing much in the last few days. On a happier note, I did sign up to take some on-line writing workshops! Very … Continue reading Vertigo
Meghan K. Stuart 