Redemption is a much more prolific theme than most might realize. Whether it is a fun, romantic Helen Fielding (Bridget Jones Diary), a gritty Cormac McCarthy (The Road) or a therapy-inducing Ken Follett (Pillars of the Earth), they hold one common thread. Redemption. Will Bridget finally see the truth of herself—that she’s shallow—before she commits […]
Read MoreCrossroads: Do the Dead Tell Tales?
Crossroads refers, literally and poetically, to the place where at least two roads (paths, destinies, or decisions) meet. For over 15 years, all of my blogs have been on writing, the craft, publishing, and the writing business. I’ve also posted a lot on basically how to handle this thing called LIFE when one is called […]
Read MoreReading with Intent: Becoming a Better Writer
Reading should be the cornerstone activity of all those who proclaim they want to be serious writers. I know this might seem like a “No duh” statement, but sadly we live in a world where even the obvious requires unpacking. Believe it or not, I love getting comments for more reasons than my own ego […]
Read More13 Reasons Writers are Mistaken for Serial Killers
Writers really are a strange breed and just so y’all know? The normal ship sailed without you a long time ago so relax. Your family or friends might not ‘get’ you but your fellow writers do. I love being a writer. It’s a world like no other and it’s interesting how non-writers are simultaneously fascinated […]
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