Ever get into a writing groove? It's one of those rare moments when you're writing faster than you can think; the words are spilling; the cursor is flying; the ideas are exploding; and suddenly writing is the easiest thing in the world and if you stop now, you'll not be able to write like this … Continue reading Unstoppable Writing
Author: Beatrice B. Morgan
Accomplishments vs. Sensed Failures
I proofread chapters 1 and 2 of Devil's Blood 2: Siren's Snare this morning. I'm proofing the final draft in November, and my deadline isn't until April 1. I might even push the book out early; that's exciting. I'm feeling accomplished today. I fell in love with the feeling of finishing a draft after I … Continue reading Accomplishments vs. Sensed Failures
Filters
When I say "filter," I mean phrases like "she watched," "he listened," that put the story in a character's perspective. But, if you've established a main character, these phrases become unnecessary, because everything in the book is through their POV. Example: Sally listened as her father told her about his days on the sea. She … Continue reading Filters