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Dec 31st 09
How the Average Joe (or Jane) Can Find Jobs Writing
Without a doubt, one of the biggest questions asked by aspiring professional writers is How do I find jobs writing? It can be really intimidating to determine if there are markets (such as book publishers or magazines) that actually offer jobs writing for them. For those who are determined to make a living by putting words on paper, though, there are some genuine opportunities to consider. First... read more
Dec 31st 09
How the Average Joe (or Jane) Can Find Jobs Writing
Without a doubt, one of the biggest questions asked by aspiring professional writers is How do I find jobs writing? It can be really intimidating to determine if there are markets (such as book publishers or magazines) that actually offer jobs writing for them. For those who are determined to make a living by putting words on paper, though, there are some genuine opportunities to consider. First... read more
Dec 31st 09
Writing Short Stories
There are many good reasons to create short stories. They might be your preferred creative writing outlet. If you like the thought of a novel but the speed and quickness of a short story, you might enjoy writing short stories. They are great to practice, as well, even if you do want to write and publish a novel eventually. While there are many great reasons to write short stories, sometimes you can get... read more
Dec 30th 09
How to Jumpstart your Next Writing Session.
I have always enjoyed writing. Sometimes it’s a problem for me to just sit down and write something. There are days when I choose “procrastination” over “proactive”. Putting things off is common with everyone. I am very gifted in this area. Here are 4 areas to focus on to jumpstart your next writing session. * Concentration * Preparation * The First Word * Use your... read more
Dec 30th 09
Creative Writers Weave Themes, Arcs, And Resolutions
Creative writing calls for all the talent you can muster. If you don’t have very much talent, that’s just dandy. No one will notice it for a while anyway. Meanwhile, just lope along with the herd and fake it. And while you’re at it, think up a good story theme. What is a theme? It is what the story is about, generally speaking. The climactic scene in the center is called the... read more
Dec 30th 09
Creative Writers Learn Best From Mentoring System
Creative writing is a finely honed skill. We can temper it and study it until we are blue in the face, and we still will not have plummeted its depths. That is what makes it so fascinating. Many creative writers attend the public educational system to sharpen their prose and poetry skills, and this author certainly applauds all who make such a grand effort. However, the question becomes, is it... read more
Dec 30th 09
Creative Writers – Would You Like to Write For Children?
Creative writing for the little people is not the same as writing for adults. In fact, it may even be more difficult, as the first qualification of writing for children is being able to think like a child. While that may not be a problem for the life of the party who likes to play with flatulence pillows, it is a challenge for most people. The best research you can do is to play with children and... read more
Dec 30th 09
Creative Writers, See How Much You Know on This Quiz
Creative writing is so much more than stringing your words together in the proper order. It is the wondrous transport by which you place your own thoughts and fears into the hearts and minds of others. How much do you know about writing? Test your knowledge, and check your answers in the bottom half of the article. 1. The main climax scene is called the ________ 2. The main idea of the entire... read more
Dec 30th 09
Writing Tips for Novice Authors
If you are reading this article then you probably have asked yourself at some point in your life, “Do I have what it takes to become an author?” I believe that successful authors, those who actually write and finish that novel, or book of poetry, or even that book of short stories, and see it all the way to publication, have certain characteristics. Characteristics of Authors... read more
Dec 29th 09
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Creative Writer’s Christmas List
*Humming San-ta Claus is Com-ing to Town. And speaking of which, it’s time to make your wish list. Writers the world around want relevant gifts that will encourage their hearts, make their creative writing easier, help them survive writer’s block, or increase their stash of writing tools. So when you sit on old HoHo’s knee, ask for these kewl items! ยท The Chicago Manual of... read more
