For many years now, there has been a literacy crisis in America. Reading and writing are so closely linked that when a child lacks the skills to do one, he or she will no doubt also struggle with the other. Encouraging reading in the home is a must if we, as a society, ever hope … Read more
Whether writing is a side-passion, a hobby in your life or your primary source of income, there are bound to be days when you do not feel like you’re reaching your creative peak. Especially if you write five to seven days per week, it’s not uncommon to encounter challenges regarding creativity. The next time you … Read more
Suffice it to say, the writing process is unique for every author. In fact, it’s also unique for an individual writer each time he or she begins a new project. An integral component of fiction writing is character development. Have you ever written a character into a story, only to later determine that he or … Read more
How many are too many when it comes to word count? The answer depends on several factors, such as whether you’re writing an assignment for an employer, penning your next great novel or freestyling it at home for practice. If you earn an income as a copywriter, for instance, it would not be uncommon for … Read more
Whether fiction or non-fiction, putting your thoughts in writing and into “book form” is a hefty endeavor. Perhaps you’re one of those people who have thought of doing it because others are always saying, “You should be a writer.” Maybe you’ve asked yourself if you should write a book on more than one occasion. If … Read more
The answer to this question is that there is no age at which you become too old to become a writer. Some people have felt a desire to write from the time they are young. Others may be focused or interested in other things until later in life. There are also people who would like … Read more
Even with spell and grammar check capabilities, many writers still fall into the bad habit of confusing certain words. Lots of times, such words will include homonyms, such as stake and steak or brake and break. However, there are two particular words that seem to give many writers a difficult time: affect versus effect. Misuse … Read more
When you’re writing a fiction novel, you might use first, second or third person point of view to tell the story. You might also choose narration as the means of conveying the story’s unfolding to the reader. Within this category of story-telling, there are several types of narration. Choosing one type over another can have … Read more
If you’re one of the estimated 10% of people throughout the United States who have dyslexia, your school years may have been quite challenging. Can you relate to others who have this condition and say they felt stupid in school or, worse, were called stupid by others? You may have thought (or still think, perhaps?) … Read more
One of the first things to come to terms with as a writer is to acknowledge and accept that not everyone is going to like what you write. In fact, some people might hate it. It’s okay. Remember that especially on social media, people love to talk about things they hate. Does it really matter … Read more