Does Interviewing Really Work?

Does Interviewing Really Work?

I’ve heard a bit of jibber-jabber lately about interviewing your characters. Some people LOVE it. Others think it just gets them off on the wrong track and adds too many unneeded details to the story. So which is it? My feeling? Depends. (Don’t you just...
Writing Isn’t Just a Word Count

Writing Isn’t Just a Word Count

We’ve all been there—scrolling through our feeds and seeing the screenshots of how many words other writer friends wrote that day. And no matter how happy you are for them, you just feel… inadequate. Why don’t I write that much every day? It’s...
A Pantser’s Guide To Plotting

A Pantser’s Guide To Plotting

Hi, my name is Jenna, and I am a Pantser. I admit it. The thought of extensive outlines and plotting charts and beat sheets send me running for the hills. My story becomes too stifled if I tell it what to do ahead of time instead of the other way around. But it seems...
Let It Flow

Let It Flow

I’m gonna say it—Writing is hard. I don’t mean shooting out a quick email or text. I’m talking about writing a story. It doesn’t matter how much schooling you’ve had or how many “rules” you know, or even how many books you...
New Year, New You – Blah, Blah, Blah

New Year, New You – Blah, Blah, Blah

I see it everywhere— “New Year, New You!” Initially, it’s a nice sentiment—It’s a fresh year, make a fresh start. Now is your chance for a change. But let’s face it—we all know those New Year’s resolutions are pretty much shot by...