How to Spot Questionable Writing Advice
Today, I'm a guest over at Writer Unboxed, where I detail how to identify what might be "bad" writing advice:
Usually what constitutes "bad" advice is merely extreme advice. Go check out the full story!
FightWrite™: Crime Fiction and Violence
Author and trained fighter Carla Hoch answers a writer's question about writing from the perspective of criminals and when best to utilize a fight.
Sedoka: Poetic Forms
Poetic Form Fridays are made to share various poetic forms. This week, we look at the sedoka, a 6-line question and answer Japanese form.
Plot Twist Story Prompts: Dream Sequence
Every good story needs a nice (or not so nice) turn or two to keep it interesting. This week, let your characters dream a little dream.
Vintage WD: Don't Hide Your Light Verse Under a Bushel
In this article from 1960, poet and author Richard Armour explores the importance of light verse and gives helpful hints to the hopeful poet.
Tessa Arlen: On Polite Editorial Tussles and Unraveling Mysteries
In this article, author Tessa Arlen explains how to navigate the differences between American and English audiences and create a realistic historical mystery.
Wednesday Poetry Prompts: 547
Every Wednesday, Robert Lee Brewer shares a prompt and an example poem to get things started on the Poetic Asides blog. This week, write a lazy poem.
Denise Williams: Romance, Healing, and Learning to Love Revisions
Author Denise Williams recounts her experience with writing her first book while learning about the publishing industry and the biggest surprise about novel revisions.
2020 November PAD Chapbook Challenge: Next Steps
Here are the final steps for the 13th annual November PAD Chapbook Challenge! Use December and the beginning of January to revise and collect your poems into a chapbook manuscript. Here are some tips and guidelines.