Archive for the 'Writing' Category
A Thanksgiving Leftover
Thursday, November 30th, 2006A better blogger would’ve posted this pre- not post-Thanksgiving (a better blogger also would’ve posted a lot more than I have been lately). Ah well. C’est la vie.
I delivered a Thanksgiving Affirmation of Faith in 2004 at the First Unitarian Universalist Church of Austin about finding thankfulness even when it might seem hard […]
Bringing Characters to Life with Blogs!
Wednesday, August 30th, 2006I watch most Monk episodes (thanks to TiVo) and happened to see an ad for their character blogs. What a great concept! The Monk blogs offer a new medium for viewers to continue their connection with the characters.
The blogs of Captain Stottlemeyer, Dr. Kroger, and Natalie Teeger each “sound” very unique. […]
Starting A New Round of Revisions
Monday, August 14th, 2006I recently received some very valuable feedback from a well-respected agent. She had requested and reviewed the first forty pages of my novel, Consumption, and sent me an email in response with encouragement and specific suggestions.
In addition to offering guidance, she has agreed to see my writing again after my next round of […]
Are Blog Posts Considered “Previously Published” Writing?
Monday, July 24th, 2006If you’ve written a great short story and have a blog, you might be tempted to post it and share your words immediately with your readers. You can always enter it into a short story contest later, right? Or get a collection published? Well maybe, but maybe not. If it’s appeared […]
…Because He Loved to Hear Stories
Thursday, July 13th, 2006With my twin pursuits of blogging and writing taking up more of my time lately, I’ve been watching much less TV (inarguably a good thing). I’ve noticed that as my time for watching has decreased, so has my tolerance for junk programming.
Being much more selective now (having a TiVo enables that), I […]
For Writers: Do Your Homework Before Contacting an Agent
Wednesday, July 12th, 2006Do you want to find a literary agent but have no idea where to start? I’ve put together some ideas for resources along with lists of do’s and don’ts. I definitely don’t have all the answers, but I’ve learned a lot along my way.
I attended this year’s Writers’ League of Texas Agents and […]
How Coffee Helps Our Marriage
Thursday, July 6th, 2006With the spread of Starbucks, and the birth of other trendy coffee shops, it has become clear that America loves coffee. It also loves Internet access. So when coffee shops became broadband hot spots, a powerful union was formed. A union that actually helps our marriage.
Both my husband, John, and I […]
Do I Need A Tin-Foil Hat?
Sunday, July 2nd, 2006I have a problem — my best ideas and best writing come to me at night. LATE at night. When I SHOULD be sleeping.
Such was the case a few nights ago when I stayed up late tweaking my novel, Consumption, just a bit more. Between about 3:30 and 4:30 AM, I seemed […]
Go Boldly into the Blogosphere: A Wake-up Call for Writers
Wednesday, June 28th, 2006If you’re a writer who just reads blogs, listen up! It’s time to let your voice be heard!
We writers can sometimes get a little stuck in our ways. We love books – how the paper feels and smells, how easy it is to get cozy with one in a comfy chair or bed. But […]
Great Agents & Editors Conference!
Monday, June 26th, 2006As you may know from previous posts, this past weekend, I attended the 13th Annual Writers’ League of Texas Agents and Editors Conference.
Overall, it was a wonderful experience! There were many opportunities to speak with a great group of agents and editors, and of course, to other writers. As well, there were knowledgeable and approachable […]