Tag: writing

Seven months. That's how long I went without writing in a novel. I tried - I did things that involved writing, like revising - but writing in an actual novel just wouldn't happen. I had ideas, I tried to start a few, but they wouldn't come to me. The creative urge was somewhat satiated by… Continue reading Snippets of — The Book →

I'll be honest — I've been avoiding this tag for several reasons. Reason Number One: I've been struggling in the area of writing for a while now (read: on and off since NOVEMBER). While I'm excellent at rolling with punches, once the rolls stop I'm not terribly great at balancing myself out again. The move… Continue reading #THEWRITERSTAG →

If you've known me for longer than two minutes, you know I love a good antagonist-turned-protagonist. You need look no further than my list of Favorite Fictional Characters to see said list is probably 93% full of them. If you've known me longer than three minutes, you know my two favorite TV character of all-time… Continue reading Snart v. Mahone: Battle of the Redemption Arcs →

*Plus tips for writing villains in general. Enough about heroes and ensemble casts - it's time we take a break and talk about another fun subject: the villain. Specifically, the dramatic villain. You know the one - he swirls around in maroon capes with gold embroidering, probably laughs maniacally at everything he does, and says… Continue reading The Dramatic Villain* →

Remember when I said I posted on a schedule? HA. Currently, I laugh. You're all going to have to live with some off-schedule posts until I get a schedule back again. Today I want to talk about two types of characters  - characters who, in my opinion, add a great deal to any ensemble cast.… Continue reading Ensemble Essentials: The Dissenter and the Mouthpiece →