by Margot | Jun 2, 2016 | the writing process, thoughts
There are so many things that are scary about being a writer. I pride myself on having a tough skin when it comes to criticism about my work, but it’s still hard when people peek into your proverbial stroller and say “gee, that baby’s ugly.”...
by Margot | Apr 20, 2012 | the writing process
Oh Calvin! I miss you. After all, we think so much alike. I think I’ll go hang out in the sandbox for a while and wait for inspiration.
by Margot | Jan 20, 2012 | the writing process
I just read a post on Brandon Sanderson’s blog about magic systems. The Cost of Magic, plus Superman If you are, or ever plan to write a story that has magical elements, you simply must read this post. Not optional. A little something to chew on: when you...
by Margot | Oct 19, 2011 | the writing process
by Margot | Aug 3, 2011 | the writing process
photo Writers have many decisions to make about perspective. Shall I tell the story from first person point of view? Shall I use a narrator? Which set of eyes should I use to tell my story? Which viewpoint will tell it best? Or will more than one viewpoint shine a...
by Margot | Jul 23, 2011 | the writing process
I admit it. I’ve got fears upon fears. One that bothers me more than most is that in my busyness, I’ll miss my calling. I’ll miss what I was really meant to do. Joseph Campbell–what a brain. You wrote about the Hero’s Journey for years,...
