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Off the Page

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In a story, we can’t cover every single thing that happens. We just don’t have the time, the space, or the reader’s indulgence. If a character is making a coffee, … Continued

Self-Imposing Deadlines

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Before you begin a short story, an article, a book (or whatever the case might be), you may have a general idea how long your work will be, but you … Continued

Role of the Editor: Part I

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Lots of authors have misconceptions about the role of an editor. This can lead to issues when an author thinks an editor hasn’t fulfilled one (or more) of their duties … Continued

Unnecessary Shortcuts

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As writers, we are warned not to use clichés in our writing. Clichés are overused phrases which no longer have any real meaning. When Gloria left me, she broke my … Continued

Dialogue

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Something a lot of us struggle with is writing dialogue, even though talking is a necessity of our everyday lives and we’re subjected to constant chatter from one person or … Continued

To Write or Not to Write

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Here’s an argument that’s probably waged for centuries – since writing has existed as a (for the want of a better word) craft. People who aren’t writers don’t understand the … Continued

Posture

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Here’s something I’ve learned sitting at a computer for the last twenty years: sitting at a computer for the last twenty years catches up with you. Of course, when you’re … Continued