Could Have Been -- This Week's Writing Prompt
Sunday March 30, 2008
I picked this week's writing prompt from Jeffrey Yamaguchi's excellent book on creativity, 52 Projects. The instructions read: "Write down the story of the night that could have been -- ... Read More
Writing Spaces for Spring
Wednesday March 26, 2008
With the advent of spring -- and spring cleaning -- it's the perfect time to think about writing spaces. Even if you don't have an office, you can still create ... Read More
Ten-Minute Writing Exercise
Tuesday March 25, 2008
If you think you don't have time to write, think again. See what you can produce with ten minutes of your time, a list of words, and an everyday saying ... Read More
Amanda Eyre Ward: "How I Write"
Thursday March 20, 2008
In an interview for About.com last week, Amanda Eyre Ward, the author of three novels, including How to Be Lost and the recent Forgive Me, shares why she loves seedy ... Read More
Sci-Fi Legend Arthur C. Clarke Dies at 90
Wednesday March 19, 2008
The science fiction writer and visionary Arthur C. Clarke died of heart failure linked to post-polio syndrome in his home in Sri Lanka on Wednesday. Best known as the co-author ... Read More
Artists and Money
Wednesday March 12, 2008
Yes, I'm afraid tax time is only a month way, which means it's time to start thinking about money. This week, Amanda Clayman, a psychotherapist specializing in financial wellness, shared ... Read More
This Week's Writing Prompt
Sunday March 9, 2008
A few words chosen at random can lead you in a whole new direction in this creative writing exercise. All you need is a dictionary or a book rich in ... Read More
Dzanc Books Profile
Tuesday March 4, 2008
Independent press Dzanc Books, which encompasses imprints Black Lawrence Press and OV Books, publishes adventurous literary fiction that might not find a place with commercial presses -- and offers the ... Read More