Between this website and my social media posts, you may have noticed that things have become a little scant in recent weeks. Mainly I’ve been slowing down because my family and I have entered a pretty busy holiday season, and between preparing to host for Thanksgiving, hosting Thanksgiving, and now prepping for yet another major…
A short while ago I was able to get a little “writing office” set up in the back room of a local business that I am familiar with. And so far, it has been the perfect remedy for the unbearable cabin fever that COVID and lockdowns have slowly but diligently introduced me to over the…
Whether you’re fond of the epic TV series or a dedicated fan of the original books, “A Song of Ice and Fire” is a highly addictive series full of colorful characters and situations that all starts right here with “A Game of Thrones.” Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys high fantasy with a bit of political intrigue scattered throughout.
— C.M.
A garret, or small attic room–commonly defined alongside words like “dismal,” and “wretched”–is a space dedicated to lonely artists and young people reflecting on their lives. It is a room of boxes stuffed with memories; things we’ve outgrown, but haven’t had the heart to say goodbye to. Write a poem in the style of Jo…
Oftentimes when we set out to write a story or a screenplay, dialogue proves difficult to handle. Sometimes it’s unrealistic; sometimes it’s unnecessary. And sometimes it’s too much, usually in the way of serving up exposition to your audience or trying to make issues as crystal clear as possible. But this often bogs down your…