ones that contribute to the deep truths of the art form and of communication. Tongue in cheek, we often say that if thereisone rule of writing, it is simply, “Know the rules before you break them.” What this speaks to is the necessity...
When I met with my agent a few months ago he raised an interesting suggestion – that perhaps I consider juggling multiple WIPs at once. While I have certainly managed copy edits while writing a new project, I have never actually juggled two WIPs and I am intrigued as to the practicalities...
Next, I pick my writing spot. It might be cliche, but my favorite place to write is in coffee shops. I like the ambient noise, the people around, and seeing other people working helps me stay focused on my work. I also like to turn on music that I've heard a million times and ...
Writing is a sustained anxiety attack, and ideas come from everywhere and nowhere. In writing a series, I may need to command an idea to come, like a dog: “Idea, come. I have a treat. The treat has caffeine!” I follow the news for a case that triggers my interest because of it...