Childhood Dreams Most of my life I’ve flitted this way and that between creative pursuits, never choosing a single one. My imagination took hold when I was very little, transporting me to bright and beautiful worlds. Vibrant in their realism, the real world drifted away as my senses let go.…
That person over your shoulder doesn’t exist. The one who sees the words flow through your mind and sneers before you have a chance to type them. Don’t pretend that you’re not alone right now. You are your only critic. The house is empty. The sun is out. It’s a…
A story is an entity of its own. The characters will seek you out, arising from the depths of the creative universe. They will ask you to complete a seemingly simple task: write their story. Record them on paper so they can finally be seen and heard. Despite all the…
I’m struggling with my novel right now. This is what I expected to happen, but I think somewhere inside me there existed hope that I’d sail through the entire thing without any bumps in the road. After all, I started out so strong and clear. My excitement is still there,…
I apologize I’ve been a bit MIA lately, but I can assure you I have a good reason. I’m writing a novel! (If you notice my words come out a bit more flowery and descriptive than usual, this is why). There are a few things I noticed about the process…
It’s been a while since I posted anything. I’ve been neglecting my art: writing, in favor of other exciting things that have been happening for me; my boyfriend and I are moving in together! So, naturally, every ounce of my free time has been filled with the logistics that accompany…
Am I a good writer? Do I have what it takes? Can I focus for long enough? Can I get the creative juices flowing? Will anyone (other than my boyfriend) recognize me? Will I be better than the others? Good enough to be published? Good enough to make a difference…