The Danger of Head-Hopping

You know how Smokey the Bear warns against forest fires? Well, I am going to pull in my dog, Nola Bear, to warn you against head-hopping. What is head-hopping? I am glad you asked!  No, it doesn't involve the Red Queen (fortunately, everyone keeps her head).  It is when you are in a scene and you…

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A Quick Hit of Motivation

Yesterday I was reading the delightful From Twinkle, with Love, and a terrible thought hit me: What if Ms. Menon never wrote this book? The thought broke my heart.  This book was giving me so much joy. I was learning about new female filmmakers and laughing along with Twinkle's mishaps. I adored rooting for her romance and…

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20 Challenges That Will Make You a Better Writer

1. Read a book written by someone who is different from you.2. Analyze the lyrics to your favorite song.3. Write for 100 days straight.4. Familiarize yourself with The Chicago Manual of Style.5. Sign up for The Hot Sheet. 6. Hire an editor. 7. Read poetry for a month.8. Talk to a stranger in line and make him…

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5 Things That Are Inspiring Me Right Now

1. YouOkay, I don't even think this show is particularly well-written. It is clearly written by a bunch of frustrated English majors who are stuck writing a trashy show. (Not that there is anything wrong with that. To be honest, it is #goals.) I started the show thinking I would hate watch it. Then I couldn't…

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