Tag: author
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Wet Virtual Ink
There’s nothing like the virtual ink scent of a completed first draft. Sure, some would argue that words on a screen do not actually use ink. Others would argue that the scent is all in one’s imagination. Still others would argue that the first draft existed in the author’s mind before it landed on the…
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Small Goals
Lofty goals are the ones you never intend to reach. You know it so well, you won’t even have to try. It’s just not going to happen. “I’m going to be the best poet/musician/dancer/sidewalk chalk artist ever.” “I’ll lose 300 pounds in the next 20 days.” “I’ll drive to work without losing my temper even…
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The Inner Critics
Most artists have at least one inner critic whose voice is inescapable and whose opinions possess the ring of truth. Some will have a handful of critics. Some of us have to construct large imaginary arenas to hold them all. The inner critic provides a valuable service. New artists, especially those from well-meaning families, will…
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Duh Future
In the online world, it’s common for anyone to declare with absolute certainty any predictions and speculation they wish with little or no supporting facts or expertise. Of course, these prognostications are largely ignored since everyone else is busy screaming their own opinions. In the echo of this noise, I thought it was time to…
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Talking to Yourself
It’s not just for crazy people. Some of us have been doing it all our lives. I’ve had lengthy discussions with various imaginary characters, inanimate objects, pets and food. Yes, they talk back. When I write, my characters tell me their stories, criticize my word choices, and ask me if I’m going to hog all…
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Meet the Noob Boss
The best thing about creating a new story is meeting the new characters. We’re all circling the room, weaving through the weirdos. I don’t know them yet, but that’s okay. They don’t know themselves, either. It can be a little odd at first as they change character traits, backstories or even the number of their…
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