I while ago, I heard somebody talk about how they utilize other writers as "mentors" by reading their works. I like this concept. Finding a writer whose style I like and picking their work apart to find out why I like it. Moreover, when I find a writer who writes for the same reason I… Continue reading Finding Writing Mentors While Reading
Over the month of May I've been taking a break from "social media." I was feeling overwhelmed by the flood of highlights mixed in with the harbingers of doom. For me, I always feel like I'm going too slow. Like, for some reason, I'm not far enough into my goals to be seen as successful.… Continue reading Why does a stranger’s approval feel so good to Imposter Syndrome?
My writing "routine" has been off for quite a while. I've been ridiculously busy with work (excuse), I've been super tired because of the stress of it all (excuse), and I'm just out the habit (excuse). Not having time is an excuse. A huge one. The first step to getting back to writing is actually… Continue reading Getting Back Into A Balance
One of my big goals is to get a short story published in an anthology. I also have a bigger goal of making an anthology or collection myself, but I think starting with one story and working my way up is for the best. But here's the thing. Short stories are really really hard to… Continue reading Can I keep a story short?
I didn't read much this month...but I did consume a lot of media. I'm tackling a huge 800+ page book right now and the length makes me sometimes not want to read it. This month my Creative craved visual media more than written media. Honestly, I don't really think too hard about how the visual… Continue reading Creativity Craves Different Things
Subtle Stories 