The Ultimate Antidote for Your Inner Critic

Sure, writers should have the ability to be objective and even critical, however when our clever editorial skills take on a life of their own, it makes the creative process miserable. We've all experienced flare ups of the inner critic. Symptoms include: Work slows down as you write and erase, write and erase. You feel…Read more The Ultimate Antidote for Your Inner Critic

3 Literary Game Changers that will Enhance Your Writing

If you want your story or essay to stand out in a crowded market, these are literary concepts that will transform your writing by maximizing depth and power. These are the real game changers. They captivated people in Ancient Greece, and they've been mastered by Hollywood, but they are also the mark of great literary…Read more 3 Literary Game Changers that will Enhance Your Writing

Should You Get an MFA in Creative Writing? Consider this Alternative.

Don’t get me wrong, spending two or three years with nothing to do but write sounds like heaven, but there’s another question that comes first. The real question is: Will I become a writer if I don’t get an MFA? That’s what I was asking myself 7 years ago when it was time to decide…Read more Should You Get an MFA in Creative Writing? Consider this Alternative.