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#13416:	October 29, 2025	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Wisdom Re-visited Do we need to tweak the proverbs, to fit today's scenario? Ask me no questions, and ...?

#13407:	October 22, 2025	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
What is Fiction? By definition, fiction is made up. It's a lie. So, why read it? What your favorite, made-up fictional world that tells us about the real world in which we live?

#13400:	October 15, 2025	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
Fun Facts on English Grammar It's a matter of grammar and has nothing to do with personal beliefs. What part of grammar do you find most puzzling?

#13370:	October 08, 2025	by Fyn-dragon
No, It Isn't Finished! Revision When was the last time you reread pieces you wrote YEARS ago? Go back and look at them now!

#13373:	October 01, 2025	by Dawn Embers
Time to Prep for Novel Writing October has become a big month on the site as many take part in a challenge the prepare to write a novel. Are you going to prepare some type of writing item in October? Are you taking part in October Novel Prep Challenge?

#13359:	September 24, 2025	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Slouching Toward Myths Myths help us understand different parts of the human experience and create more effective fiction. What's your favorite example of myth in fiction (besides Star Wars!)

#13350:	September 17, 2025	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
Grammar Issues A couple of things they forget to teach us in school. Is there a grammar rule that has become one of your 'pet peeves'?

#13343:	September 10, 2025	by Fyn-dragon
Late Bloomers! Quit using age as an excuse! When did you start or start again with writing?

#13320:	September 03, 2025	by Dawn Embers
Too Many Things to Do It can be hard to pick when there are fun activities and many contests to write or you have too many story ideas. How do you decide what to do when there are too many options?

#13309:	August 27, 2025	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Lessons Learned as a Publisher This is "for authors," but some lessons learned being a publisher are useful for authors. Have you ever gotten a good rejection letter?

#13302:	August 20, 2025	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
How Reviewing Helps us Write Better How we approach reviewing makes all the difference. How has a review positively impacted you and your writing?

#13291:	August 13, 2025	by Fyn-dragon
Things Only a Writer Gets! Those things we think, feel and then giggle over! What's something that, at times, you think you are the ONLY one who does?

#13236:	August 06, 2025	by Annette
Language Barrier Written and spoken communication is filled with barriers to understanding. What is the weirdest thing you thought you heard, but it was something else entirely?

#13265:	July 30, 2025	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Psst...I've Got a Secret Secrets seem to be everywhere. Keeping a secret takes effort and planning, so why do it? Why should authors care? Have you ever had a deep, dark secret you never told anyone? Does a character you know from fiction have a deep, dark secret that they've revealed to no one?

#13259:	July 23, 2025	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
The Secret of Dialogue There are many secrets to writing; this is only one. What random line of conversation have you overheard and later incorporated into a story?

#13246:	July 16, 2025	by Fyn-dragon
Trusting YOU! Getting past negative thoughts about your writing. Tell us about that pivotal moment when you realized you HAD to write!

#13230:	July 09, 2025	by Leger~SoGrateful
What's That Thang? As a new or old member, have you checked what's behind all those gears? What cool feature did you discover?

#13215:	July 02, 2025	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Do You Live in a Computer Simulation We consider whether you might be living in a simulation from the standpoint of technology, philosophy, and neurosdience. Would it matter if you lived in a computer simulation?

#13207:	June 25, 2025	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
Show, don't tell. Wait, come back!!! I know you've heard this before, but it's something we have to stay aware of. Rewrite this to show: She was excited to receive the gifts.

#13191:	June 18, 2025	by Fyn-dragon
That Moment When... Favorite parts of writing 'the book.' What's your favorite part of writing a book? Why?

#13172:	June 11, 2025	by Dawn Embers
Social Movements and Dystopian Struggles Some talk of protests, social movements and struggles that seem out of a dystopian novel. Do your characters have rights to protest or take part in social movements? Or does the government not allow such?

#13156:	June 04, 2025	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Ask Not What Your Antimetabole Can Do What's your most memorable quote? What about its wording makes it memorable? What makes a quote memorable?

#13155:	May 28, 2025	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
Sentence Structure Just trying to make it make sense! When writing, what gives you a bigger headache: sentence structure or punctuation?

#13143:	May 21, 2025	by Fyn-dragon
Word Play Denotations ... connotations Working with prompts: Do you go with your first thought or take a path less traveled?

#13130:	May 14, 2025	by Dawn Embers
Characters That Have Style A look at the use of fashion within fiction in showcasing elements of character, whether that is obvious or not. Does what the character wears have an influence on how they act? Is their fashion too obvious?

#13119:	May 07, 2025	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
What's Your Type Personality types can help serve as building blocks for characters. What's your Meyer-Briggs type? Do you think it's accurate?

#13115:	April 30, 2025	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
Struggling to write? You're not alone! Many famous authors overcame struggles to write their works. What one struggle you've had to overcome?

#13097:	April 23, 2025	by Fyn-dragon
Sometimes...you just have to! Making difficult choices How do you feel when you need to kill off a character?

#13081:	April 16, 2025	by Annette
Writing That Packs A Punch Say more with less, but more often. Are you familiar with the many daily, weekly, or timeless writing games here on the site?

#13069:	April 09, 2025	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Verismilitude and the Wheft On the willing suspension of disbelief Do you have an example of an author error that made you roll your eyes and stopped reading?

#13059:	April 02, 2025	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
Rome Wasn't Built in a Day! Don't rush the process - enjoy the journey. What is the most essential aspect of your writing process?

#13049:	March 26, 2025	by Fyn-dragon
Observationally Speaking ... Always be on the lookout for those details to add to your writing. What's the oddest place you've snagged an idea that fits with a character?

#13038:	March 19, 2025	by Dawn Embers
Writing for an Audience of One: the Self A look at how there are times when it's okay to not worry about an audience but write something for you and no one else. Is there an item that you have written just because you wanted to read it?

#13021:	March 12, 2025	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
What Do Readers Want What do readers want from fiction? What makes fiction memorable? What are the implications for authors? What word best describes memorable writing

#13015:	March 05, 2025	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
Inspiration If you are feeling 'stuck', try these ideas for getting inspired. Where do you get your inspiration to write?

#13005:	February 26, 2025	by Fyn-dragon
Time Warps When time stretches out or condenses... Tell of a time when time changed for you.

#12997:	February 19, 2025	by Jeff
Ultra-Specific Niches The pros and cons of focusing your writing on an ultra-specific niche. What's one very specific genre of fiction that you enjoy reading?

#12976:	February 12, 2025	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Copyright and Artificial Intelligence II Recent developments from the US Copyright Office Are you considering incorporating AI in your creative process? Are you worried it will impair ability to copyright your material?

#12962:	February 05, 2025	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
The Curiosity Of Idioms The backstory of where a few common idioms came from. What idiom do you use often and find amusing?

#12958:	January 29, 2025	by Fyn-dragon
Looking to See the Unseen In addition to being observant, we must look beyond and see the unseen. What have you missed that was right in front of you?

#12946:	January 22, 2025	by Dawn Embers
The Title of Author A glance at the title "author" and whether one takes ownership of it or not. Do you call yourself an author, a writer, both or something else?

#12930:	January 15, 2025	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
It's a Dog's Life Writing from unconventional points of view What's your favorite novel or story that uses a non-human point of view?

#12928:	January 08, 2025	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
Counting and Sorting Reminders and Suggestions to keep in mind. Do you have any tips to share about writing for your fellow writers?

#12914:	January 01, 2025	by Fyn-dragon
A New Year; Same Old Wishes ... or? What'll be different? A new year or a rumpled, dusty old one?

#12890:	December 25, 2024	by Annette
Elevator Pitch Learn to describe your story in a few seconds. Have you ever wondered what your story is about and how to make it sound exciting to a publisher?

#12892:	December 18, 2024	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Collaborations Multiple ways authors collaborate Do you have a favorite book that's part of a collaboration?

#12885:	December 11, 2024	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
What's Your Style? Figuring out your writing style. How much do you think about your personal style of writing?

#12873:	December 04, 2024	by Fyn-dragon
Gratitude-remembering the little things Sometimes the power is in the littlest of things. What is a 'little' thing that you are grateful for?

#12858:	November 27, 2024	by Annette
Pick Your Favorite Words A list of words that will get you to write. Which one of your favorite words will surprise you with a new story?

#12849:	November 20, 2024	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Judging a Story by its Cover Marketing, cover images, online tools, and return on investment. Have you used an AI tool to generate images for your writing? Share them with us!

#12841:	November 13, 2024	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
Poetic Punctuation A chat about why punctuation is important - even in poetry. How much thought, if any, do you give to punctuation in the poems you read?

#12827:	November 06, 2024	by Fyn-dragon
Onward, Ever Onward! Never giving up on dreams... What's still on your bucket list and how will you achieve it?

#12813:	October 30, 2024	by Dawn Embers
When to Worry and Draft Writing A look at the writing process and when to worry about certain elements, which is usually not the first draft. Do you have specific drafts or stages in writing where you focus on particular story elements?

#12801:	October 23, 2024	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Beginnings Writing is easy. Writing well is hard. Writing the beginning is even harder. What's the most compelling opening sentence you've ever read in a novel?

#12795:	October 16, 2024	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
Creating a Story Arc Tips on how to create a story arc. Totally unrelated question: Are you participating in NaNoWriMo this year?

#12783:	October 09, 2024	by Fyn-dragon
Authoritus It creeps up or slams into you ... Your book's out! The piece is written! What worries you most?

#12763:	October 02, 2024	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
The Words We Need Because our language reflects our culture Have you ever really needed to express something and found no word for it?

#12754:	September 25, 2024	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Surmounting the Allure of Info-Dumps What is an info-dump? Why is it both tempting and bad? How do you get the stuff in an info-dump into a story? What is your favorite technique for getting character descriptions into your story?

#12747:	September 18, 2024	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
You Have a Message Please, don't shoot the messenger. When writing fiction, how 'real' do your characters become to you? Do they guide you while you write?

#12738:	September 11, 2024	by Fyn-dragon
When the world stops . . . 23 years ago today How has your life changed since 9/11 or for the younger generation, how has it affected you?

#12693:	September 04, 2024	by Annette
Festivities Mid Point Get out the post its to ensure you have a complete run this year. What kind of system do you use to keep track of a large number of varied tasks?

#12707:	August 28, 2024	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
What Does Story Want? I'm must a mathguy who writes stories. All I've got offer is what works for me. I it's useful, or at least diverting. If you asked Story what it wanted, what do you think it would say?

#12701:	August 21, 2024	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
Understanding WdC's CRS Untangling WdC's Content Rating System When you run across an item that appears to be incorrectly rated, how do you handle it?

#12688:	August 14, 2024	by Fyn-dragon
Why Do You Write? The 'Whys' behind the words say a lot about your writing. Why do YOU write?

#12673:	August 07, 2024	by Dawn Embers
It is an Opinion A little discussion about how writing and reviews are often based in just a singular opinion. Do you have any ways that help to handle a situation when someone's opinion doesn't match your own?

#12662:	July 31, 2024	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Generative AI, Copyright, and Plagiarism This newsletter discusses the interplay between legal issues, ethics, and the use of generative AI in postings on WDC. How do you think generative AI will change the craft of writing fiction?

#12654:	July 24, 2024	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
Reach for the Stars! Let's talk about the WdC Rating system, shall we? When reviewing and rating items you've read in WdC, how do you determine the number of stars to give?

#12640:	July 17, 2024	by Fyn-dragon
Solo Road Trip in the Wake of Beryl Hitting the road for a twelve-hour drive What/when was your last solo road trip?

#12608:	July 10, 2024	by Annette
Unforgettable Characters Historical period, culture, occupation & location have the most influence on characters. As you create a new character, do you ask "Who, what, where, when, why?"

#12625:	July 03, 2024	by Dawn Embers
Commitment Online and the Struggles A look at making commitments to activities and other events online along with the challenges that can make it difficult. How do you balance online commitments with other things going on in your life?

#12618:	June 26, 2024	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
Oh, geez! Not this AGAIN! Wait...don't skip this. It's a 'short and sweet' newsletter about show vs. tell. How would you 'show' this: "It was hot outside and she was sweaty."

#12603:	June 19, 2024	by Fyn-dragon
Miasma Losing the vital when it falls into a black hole Ever lost a favored piece of writing, you can't find it and just know you can't 'recreate' it?

#12583:	June 12, 2024	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Backstory - Always rooted in Childhood? Every adult has has a childhood - good, bad or ugly. And childhood impacts adulthood more than we realise. What would Mom and Dad say?

#12577:	June 05, 2024	by Dawn Embers
Writing Goals A look at the writing goal and if there is really an end point. What is the end point, goal, for your writing?

#12571:	May 29, 2024	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
Spell Check and Auto-correct ...they can't be trusted! How much do you trust spell check and auto-correct?

#12563:	May 22, 2024	by Fyn-dragon
Making It Memoir-able Thoughts on what's behind a memoir Are you going to write the tale of your life's adventures?

#12547:	May 15, 2024	by Annette
Useful, Lengthy, Concise The purpose of a review is to give another writer an outsider view of their writing. Why do you review? Do you review to help other writers? Do you read & review for personal entertainment?

#12531:	May 01, 2024	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
What's in a Sentence? An overview of sentence structure and types. What type of sentence is this: Use at least five hundred words in your essay. (Declarative, Imperative or Declarative?)

#12522:	April 24, 2024	by Fyn-dragon
The JOY of Writing! After a too-long hiatus! What's YOUR best thing about writing again?

#12510:	April 17, 2024	by Dawn Embers
Topic of Conversation in Stories A look at dialogue and deciding what characters need to talk about in a story. How do you decide on dialogue and topics for the conversations that happen in a story?

#12485:	April 10, 2024	by Annette
Feel Bound By Rules? Break Them! Creative writers have more rules than accountants. But broken writing rules don't hurt anyone. Which common writing rule rubs you the wrong way? Have you or will you break it?

#12492:	April 03, 2024	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
Inspiring Prompts for Spring! There's so much to get excited about this time of year that it can be hard to focus on one thing! What types of writing prompts inspire you?

#12481:	March 27, 2024	by Fyn-dragon
Now ...What Do I Call It? Book names... A rose by any other name ... might not be what you want! Which Comes First: The actual book or its name?

#12434:	March 20, 2024	by Annette
Pomodoro versus Flowtime Tomatoes take up the fight to prevent lost time. Are you Team Pomodoro or Team Flowtime?

#12442:	March 06, 2024	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
A Writing Retreat You've heard of a 'staycation', right? Here's how to create your very own at-home writing retreat! Have you ever attended a writing retreat?

#12438:	February 28, 2024	by Fyn-dragon
A Plethora of Words Favored words What are your favorites, and why?

#12424:	February 21, 2024	by Gaby
What's it take? It can be demanding. It can be draining. It may not be fun. Being determined can get you there! What are the things you do to keep steady with your writing?

#12402:	February 14, 2024	by Annette
Consistency Gets You There Sprints and marathons are both good, but consistency is best. What have you been able to keep up with consistently? Maybe not every single day, but frequently and over a long time.

#12393:	February 07, 2024	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
How Novels Changed the World Novels encourage readers to imagine how others think and feel. They increase empathy, and change lives. Do you think your writing can change the world? Do you want your writing to change the world?

#12390:	January 31, 2024	by Fyn-dragon
Pondering on Language Did I hear what you said? Did I interpret it correctly? Ever had what you said be miscommunicated? Was it you or the one listening? What is your favorite word and why?

#12366:	January 17, 2024	by Annette
Just Like That So many words, so little meaning. Which words or phrases do you think should be used minimally in creative writing?

#12356:	January 10, 2024	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Everyone's a Hero Is your life a hero's journey? What's the story of your life?

#12347:	January 03, 2024	by Fyn-dragon
Janus Time! Doorways... Everyone always talks about changes in a new year. What will you do just the same as always?

#12311:	December 27, 2023	by Annette
The Best Writing Advice Everyone has an opinion, but only some have the necessary life experience to give advice. What bit of writing advice that you got has stayed with you and helped you?

#12328:	December 20, 2023	by Dawn Embers
The Task of Reading Reading is an important task for writers but it's not always easy to accomplish. What book are you reading now or which one do you want to read next?

#12310:	December 13, 2023	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
The Tale of the Persnickety Aunt Characters do the strangest things. That's what makes them characters. How do you generate and release tension in a story? What is tension, anyway?

#12306:	December 06, 2023	by Fyn-dragon
Christmas Angel This season, give the gifts of understanding and empathy! This newsletter is my gift to you. What's the bet gift you've ever received?

#12258:	November 29, 2023	by Annette
"A Certain Dreadful Fascination" Stephen King doesn't want AI to write for him, but he's fascinated nonetheless. Is it really surprising that Stephen King is not terrified by AI?

#12284:	November 22, 2023	by Lornda
Never Give Up Have you ever thought your writing was horrible? You might want to rethink it. What’s your opinion? Does reading bad writing help you improve your writing? What has helped you write better?

#12270:	November 15, 2023	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Sousa's Lament Does technological change spell doom or opportunity for fiction authors, or is change just inevitable? Does technological change mmake things better or worse?

#12267:	November 08, 2023	by Fyn-dragon
What's Old is New Again! Remodeling your work/ Best advice for surviving a remodel?

#12222:	October 18, 2023	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Ghost Stories Do you believe in Ghosts? Tell us your ghost story.

#12217:	October 11, 2023	by Fyn-dragon
When you must kill off your darlings... Treating with death in novels. Ever plotted out a murder (of a character, of course) and had the wrong person overhear that discussion?

#12177:	September 27, 2023	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Depict Your Culture Handling cultural aspects in your writing. Whom do you call 'Uncle'?

#12179:	September 20, 2023	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Whodunnit? how you show who did what can reinforce and solidify point of view. The words you use to do this matter. How does point of view differ between cinema, theatre, and written fiction?

#12173:	September 13, 2023	by Fyn-dragon
Yes, You CAN! Overcoming the 'Doubt-Nigglers' How do you squash that bug?

#12124:	September 06, 2023	by Annette
Metaphor, Simile, and Analogy A room without books is like a body without a soul. - Cicero What are your thoughts on using metaphors, similes, and analogies in fiction writing?

#12151:	August 30, 2023	by Dawn Embers
Creative Control A look at possible options to consider when it comes to control over stories. Are there aspect of a story you expect to keep control depending on how things go?

#12134:	August 23, 2023	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Strolling Through Genres Surveying a variety of genres Genre, genre, who's got the genre?

#12130:	August 16, 2023	by Fyn-dragon
Write It Out Sometimes 'tis better to write rather than speak. Ever let your characters say what you won't/couldn't/shouldn't?

#12116:	August 09, 2023	by Leger~SoGrateful
EEK! It's a Spider! A fun way to brainstorm! What are your brainstorming tips?

#12094:	August 02, 2023	by Annette
Jungian Archetypes Last week was Carl Jung's birthday. Do you think archetypes are useful in writing?

#12084:	July 26, 2023	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Characters and Plots and Themes, Oh my! What is a theme and how to you connect it to your story? Do you have a favorite theme?

#12071:	July 19, 2023	by Fyn-dragon
Advice and Consent Your choice What's the worst advice you've ever taken?

#12058:	July 12, 2023	by Annette
On Writing Stephen King's book holds a lot of lessons for writers. Is "On Writing" on your must-read list?

#12032:	July 05, 2023	by Annette
Books About Writing Stephen King says, "If you don't have time to read, you don't have the time to write." Which books on writing have you read? Which one do you recommend the most?

#12037:	June 28, 2023	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
From the Other Side What happens after you send your story to an acquisitions editor? Does a rejection from a publisher mean your story is bad?

#12028:	June 21, 2023	by Fyn-dragon
'Open a New Window ...' Ongoing symbolism in your writing Do you have a 'go to' object you use as symbolism in your writing?

#12018:	June 14, 2023	by Dawn Embers
The Importance of Representation Some thoughts on how much it can mean for a person (any age) to see someone like themselves in fiction. Have you considered who might connect with your characters or writing?

#12000:	June 07, 2023	by Annette
Writing Bucket List Plan to write. List what you want to write. Have you made a list of all the things you want to write?

#11986:	May 31, 2023	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
The Manichean Fallacy Tools for constructing credible characters Are your characters pure types or hybrids?

#11982:	May 24, 2023	by Fyn-dragon
Cannot underestimate the Importance ... of good storytelling! What's an example of good storytelling you've encountered lately?

#11976:	May 17, 2023	by Jayne
Even Old Digital is New Again Interactive Fiction in the Age of AI How might AI reinvent interactive fiction? 💻 🤖 Share your predictions!

#11952:	May 10, 2023	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Storm in a cupcake Thank goodness we're writers! Have you ever said 'no' to cake?

#11936:	May 03, 2023	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
No Book Is an Island The role of metatext in fiction What is metatext, anyway?

#11932:	April 26, 2023	by Fyn-dragon
Word/Phrase Thoughts Some random thoughts... What would be 'your' perfect world

#11902:	April 19, 2023	by Jayne
Embracing Modern Style Guides Going Beyond Strunk and White for Vibrant, Inclusive Writing What does it mean to be a "modern" author?

#11898:	April 12, 2023	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
Where do I start? Tips on writing non-fiction. Have you written any non-fiction pieces you'd like to share with us? Please post the link below.

#11888:	April 05, 2023	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
The Allegory of the Cave What is reality anyway, and how does it relate to fiction? Is fiction real or just imagination run wild?

#11885:	March 29, 2023	by Fyn-dragon
Storybirth Ideas can come from all sorts of places ... unexpectedly! What's been your most unusual inspiration for a story?

#11873:	March 22, 2023	by Dawn Embers
First Person Viewpoint (I Prevail) A look at some aspects that come with the territory of telling the story through the I, aka first person point of view. What are your thoughts on first person? Does it come off more personal or make it difficult to connect with a character?

#11858:	March 15, 2023	by Annette
Details Readers rely on our words to see what we write. Being detailed in descriptions in necessary. How much detail is too much?

#11844:	March 08, 2023	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Time, realism, and surrealism Musings on time, dreams, and reality When is realism surreal?

#11833:	March 01, 2023	by Fyn-dragon
Writing For Life When writing gets you through ... and beyond. Has your writing gotten you through a challenging situation?

#11813:	February 22, 2023	by Samberine Everose
Ekindle vs Paperback Which one you would prefer? Tools in Publishing may be made easy.

#11804:	February 15, 2023	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
Creating Conflict Sometimes people just rub us the wrong way! Why can't we just get along?

#11793:	February 08, 2023	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
A Grammarian's Panegyric Part 3 Verbs give power and energy to sentences. Understanding their nuances is critical to effective writing. What's the difference between the present and the fictional present?

#11789:	February 01, 2023	by Fyn-dragon
The Little Things It is the small things that knit the story together... What is a small thing that happened to you that led to what might become a bigger tale?

#11778:	January 25, 2023	by Dawn Embers
Different Characters and Dialogue A look at how different characters can talk different without going too far in the dialogue. How do you write the dialogue of characters who speak different that is easy enough for different readers to follow?

#11736:	January 18, 2023	by Annette
Active vs. Passive Voice Use active voice to make your stories vivid - make your characters come to life. Can an inanimate object perform an action?

#11747:	January 11, 2023	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
A Grammarian's Panegyric Part 2 Grammar and the mood of a verb Who knew verbs have moods, just like people?

#11741:	January 04, 2023	by Fyn-dragon
Bookshelved Going through what I keep on my bookshelves. What are your favorite books you'd never part with?

#11725:	December 28, 2022	by Dawn Embers
Planning for a New Year of Writing As one year ends, the time comes to start planning the next. Are you ready to write in 2023? Do you have any plans or goals for the year?

#11627:	December 21, 2022	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Assembling your cast of characters Whom to put in - and whom to leave out. Do they deserve to be here?

#11697:	December 14, 2022	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
A Grammarian's Panegyric Passive voice and point of view Is it okay to boldly go where no one has gone before?

#11695:	December 07, 2022	by Fyn-dragon
Celebrating... Regardless of which holiday you celebrate (or don't) this is a season of giving one of the best gifts of all: YOU! What's your favorite holiday tradition?

#11647:	November 23, 2022	by Annette
The Other Half All are needed: Prewriting, Drafting, Revising. How much time and effort do you spend on revisions?

#11657:	November 16, 2022	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
It's Axiomatic My journey from mathematician to fiction author Does fiction have axioms, like mathematics?

#11653:	November 09, 2022	by Fyn-dragon
Veteran's Day A veteran is a veteran, regardless of the country they defend. Are you a veteran or would you like to give a shout out to one?

#11623:	October 26, 2022	by Lilli Munster 🦇 ☕
Hey, watch your tone! A closer look at some words that express a 'tone' that characters can exude. Are there any words that 'ruffle your feathers'? What are they?

#11616:	October 19, 2022	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Snark The hashtag snark is common in twitterature, but it's widespread in other forms of discourse, including literature. Who is your favorite snarky character in fiction?

#11608:	October 12, 2022	by Fyn-dragon
Crawl OUTSIDE Your Box! Don't be afraid to try something new or outlandish (for you!) What's the most 'oddball' thing you've ever done?

#11580:	September 28, 2022	by Dawn Embers
Hitting a Metaphorical Brick Wall A look at different ways to get stuck and some possible solutions for opening doors or windows. What do you do when you get stuck in writing or when trying to make progress on a project?

#11563:	September 21, 2022	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
To Trope Or Not To Trope What is a trope and why use them? What's your favorite trope?

#11558:	September 14, 2022	by Fyn-dragon
Writer's Toolbox Screwdrivers and wrenches? Yes. (In a way!) What are your 'go-tos' when you need help?

#11498:	August 31, 2022	by Annette
Point of View The point of view in a story is not your point of view or opinion about the story. Which point of view to you prefer to write? And which point of view do you prefer to read?

#11521:	August 24, 2022	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
It Takes a Detective Some comments on detective fiction Why is the detective story such an enduring form?

#11513:	August 17, 2022	by Fyn-dragon
Am I Good Enough? You can be! What do you worry about with your writing?

#11470:	August 03, 2022	by Annette
Reviewing Should Be Collaboration Writers need as many extra eyes on their writing as possible. Can you review constructively and stay encouraging?

#11473:	July 27, 2022	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Like, Totally! English dialects and writing Every English speaker uses a dialect. Which one is yours?

#11468:	July 20, 2022	by Fyn-dragon
Author Interview Dawn Merrima: Best-selling indie author! What piece of advice would YOU offer a beginning author?

#11440:	July 06, 2022	by Jeff
How Useful Are "How To" Books? Advice on writing advice. Are there any writing advice books you love? Hate?

#11432:	June 29, 2022	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Words Matter Not all words are equal. Choose active over passive, specific over vague, showing over telling. Which words do you over-use?

#11425:	June 22, 2022	by Fyn-dragon
Authenticity Where is the line? Have you and/or are you comfortable writing characters who are straight/gay/trans, etc?

#11380:	June 01, 2022	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Don't Touch the Phlebotinum Sometimes hand-waving can explain the unexplainable. What's your favorite example of hand-waving in fiction?

#11378:	May 25, 2022	by Fyn-dragon
Let's Go Pick Asparagus When you need to readjust your focus What's the oddest thing you've ever done to get your creativity going?

#11362:	May 18, 2022	by Vivian
What Happens When our Heroes Leave? As people age, they leave. When our writing heroes go, a hole is left. How do we survive a hole in our lives?

#11337:	May 04, 2022	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Planning Scenes Some essential questions to consider before writing a scene. What's your favorite opening line in a novel or short story?

#11330:	April 27, 2022	by Fyn-dragon
Insidious Condition: The Dreaded Blank How to get past that impenetrable brick wall! How do you handle the beast?

#11316:	April 20, 2022	by Vivian
What Editors and Publishers Hate Writers shouldn't want to make publishers and editors angry, so don't do what they hate. What makes Editors and Publishers angry?

#11294:	April 13, 2022	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Not So Obviously There are things that hit you immediately. And there are things you have to think about to get the 'aha' moment. Does it need to be in-your-face to be true?

#11293:	April 06, 2022	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Waiting for What? Character Arcs When is an arc flat?

#11288:	March 30, 2022	by Fyn-dragon
Observations on a Snowy Spring Weekend Writers must be aware of the world around them! What was the last random thing you saw that you used in your writing?

#11274:	March 23, 2022	by Vivian
Active-Passive Voice Show Don't Tell Using active voice creates writing that alive, showing not telling Why does a writer want to show and not tell?

#11246:	March 09, 2022	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
What Was HeThinking? How do you show the internal thoughts of your point-of-view character? Reports? Italics? There's another way. What characters are thinking can be critical, but how to you show it without telling?

#11240:	March 02, 2022	by Fyn-dragon
Who ARE You? Knowing who YOU are will help you to focus on the type of writing you do! (AND are good at!) How has the writing you do changed over time?

#11228:	February 23, 2022	by Vivian
Benefiting from Writing Conferences Writing conferences help improve writing skills and build writing character Why should you waste time on writing conferences?

#11210:	February 16, 2022	by Samberine Everose
Why do you write? what's your purpose in your writing? You will never get bored, and you will never get tired when you are with your passion.

#11200:	February 09, 2022	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
What's in a Name? Dos and Donts for Names What's your favorite character name from fiction or cinema?

#11194:	February 02, 2022	by Fyn-dragon
Word Smiths What we are or should aim to be. What are your three favorite words, and why? What are your three LEAST favorite words?

#11179:	January 26, 2022	by Vivian
When the Creative Stream Stops Flowing Writers often find themselves unable to write due to a "flow-block." How can a writer keep the word river flowing?

#11143:	January 19, 2022	by Annette
Organization Matters We are all tasked to organize most things in life. Let's apply that to writing also. What do you do to organize your writing projects?

#11162:	January 12, 2022	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
One, er, Seven Plots to Rule Them All How many different plots are there, really? Do you plot first, or create characters first?

#11157:	January 05, 2022	by Fyn-dragon
Words: What we have to work with ... Where they began, how they've changed, and what they might have originally meant! What are some of your favorite words?

#11140:	December 29, 2021	by Vivian
Start the New Year with Contests Entering writing in competition is a good way to learn and improve. Want a chance to win fame and fortune?

#11115:	December 15, 2021	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Describing Characters Describing Characters without interrupting the story What to leave out, what to leave in?

#11106:	December 08, 2021	by Fyn-dragon
Holiday Magic Memories... What is your favorite holiday memory?

#11094:	December 01, 2021	by Vivian
Grammar in Writing IS Important Grammar is an important foundation for good writing Why grammar?

#11074:	November 17, 2021	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Writing What Readers Don't Skip Info-dumps kill stories. Setting is important, but how do you describe the setting without an info-dump? How can you avoid using info-dumps when setting a scene?

#11061:	November 10, 2021	by Fyn-dragon
Agglomeration of Miscellaneous Thoughts Bits and pieces, a potpourri of thoughts to share What's your best piece of advice for aspiring writers?

#11013:	October 27, 2021	by Annette
Can You See it? Storytelling is tasked to show instead of tell. Is "show don't tell" and old hat or something that needs to be followed without question?

#11030:	October 20, 2021	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Meanings In Fiction Different levels of meaning in fiction Does a story have to be true to be real?

#11023:	October 13, 2021	by Fyn-dragon
Observations: On A Road Trip Somewhere in southern Indianna, we passed through a portal... What's the best road trip you've ever been on?

#11006:	October 06, 2021	by Vivian
Online - Open Borders New online features open up possibilities for authors How can one attend if one can't travel?

#10991:	September 29, 2021	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
When "I" opens the eye Using the first person to understand someone's motives. How inexplicable - why would they do that?

#10982:	September 22, 2021	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Patterns Patterns, even when subliminal, enhance reader experience. Why is it a "rule of three" instead of a "rule of seven" or some other number?

#10978:	September 15, 2021	by Fyn-dragon
'Talking Story' Ask to hear them, listen well. What's a favorite story your older relatives told you?

#10969:	September 08, 2021	by Vivian
Revise! Revise! Revise! Revising is the other half of writing What? I'm supposed to revise my golden words?

#10941:	September 01, 2021	by Annette
Our Tradition The next seven days are dedicated to the party. How many years does it take for something to be called a tradition?

#10939:	August 25, 2021	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Writers' Writing Rules Famous authors give advice on writing. What does your favorite author say about how to write?

#10935:	August 18, 2021	by Fyn-dragon
What's In A Word? Choosing a word that fits the sentence is more than making sense; it is a choice to bring power to your words. What's one of your best sentences or phrases?

#10916:	August 11, 2021	by Vivian
Espionage for writers Make thrillers or military mysteries realistic What does espionage mean to writers?

#10906:	August 04, 2021	by Annette
Nice and Quiet in the Library Storytelling without anyone telling anything is possible. What happens if you take a big red balloon into the library and pop it?

#10893:	July 28, 2021	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Easter Eggs Some fun Easter Eggs in popular media What's your favorite Easter Egg?

#10887:	July 21, 2021	by Fyn-dragon
Research is Your Friend It comes in handy! What is the oddest thing you've ever researched?

#10871:	July 14, 2021	by Vivian
Building a Writer's Platform To be as successful as possible, a writer needs a platform. Platform, what's a platform?

#10865:	July 07, 2021	by Dawn Embers
Stress for Writers At times stress can be helpful and at others, it can be a struggle. How do you handle stress?

#10849:	June 30, 2021	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Aha, She Thought... Direct Discourse, Indirect Discourse, and Free Indirect Discourse Who is your favorite Mondernist author?

#10844:	June 23, 2021	by Fyn-dragon
The Unexpected Calamities When Murphy reigns and you just need to go along for the ride. Have you ever put a character through a scenario you've experienced?

#10813:	June 16, 2021	by Vivian
Market that Book Writing a book is only the first step in the journey After the book ends, what does an author do next?

#10793:	June 09, 2021	by Annette
The Spoken Word Write like you talk. Would you say, "I cannot do that." or "I can't do that."

#10791:	June 02, 2021	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Making Scents Adding scents adds intimacy Does your fiction smell?

#10789:	May 26, 2021	by Fyn-dragon
Wild & Wonderful World of Words Words for all the things you might never have known have names! What are some of your favorite words? Why?

#10771:	May 19, 2021	by Vivian
Don't Give Your Book Away Giving excerpts from your book away isn't good Why give your children, uh, books away?

#10709:	May 12, 2021	by Annette
Outline! The exclamation mark makes this an imperative. It's not a sentence, it's an appeal. Pantsers: would you try to make an outline?

#10741:	May 05, 2021	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Craft or Art? Writing effective fiction involves both artistic creativity and mastery of craft. Is effective fiction a product of craft or art?

#10739:	April 28, 2021	by Fyn-dragon
Criticism: Constructive or Otherwise. Unless it is helpful, delivered in a helpful way, it isn't really helping anyone. :( How do you feel when you get a review that doesn't have anything positive to say?

#10721:	April 21, 2021	by Vivian
Crime Fiction from My Perspective Mysteries include various sub-genre, such as crime fiction Does a mystery always have a crime?

#10706:	April 14, 2021	by Annette
Plot Holes Begone! Techniques for Avoiding Holes in Your Plot. How do you avoid plot holes in narration?

#10695:	April 07, 2021	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Annoying Writing Tasks Writing the Synopsis, teaser, and blurb I can write a novel, so why is writing a synopsis so blamed hard?

#10689:	March 31, 2021	by Fyn-dragon
Details Matter Action moves a story forward, but the details are what brings it to life. Who's your all-time favorite author and why?

#10678:	March 24, 2021	by Vivian
Suspense Needed to Make Adventure Work Adventure doesn't work without suspense Is adventure one fight, one car chase after another?

#10667:	March 17, 2021	by Dawn Embers
Feeling Overwhelmed It can be easy to get overwhelmed with deadlines and ideas. Does you ever feel overwhelmed when it comes to writing?

#10627:	March 10, 2021	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Brush Up Your Tense When does the action in your story happen? What's the past perfect of "beware?" Hint: it's a trick question.

#10642:	March 03, 2021	by Fyn-dragon
Reflections ... Lessons learned in sixteen years here at WDC. What's the biggest lesson you've learned on site?

#10621:	February 24, 2021	by Vivian
Writing for Children Isn't Easy Too many people think writing for children is an easy job -- It's not Children don't need stories with good plots and characters, right?

#10609:	February 17, 2021	by Annette
Read the Tea Leaves Predicting the future is so Cassandra, only worse. Which one of your prophecies came true, but worse?

#10601:	February 10, 2021	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Sense or Nonsense How can a sentence be both true and literal nonsense? Does it matter if the youthful Washington really said, "I cannot tell a lie"?

#10597:	February 03, 2021	by Fyn-dragon
Simmering ... A soup or stew is always better on the third day. So too, for word stews and story soups! Do you let your stories simmer allowing for flavors to become?

#10587:	January 27, 2021	by Vivian
Reviews: Writing, Helping, and Learning Writing a review of another's work helps improve writing skills and promotes stories and books To review or not to review, that's not the question: How does one review?

#10561:	January 20, 2021	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
The Sins of the Writer Sales of a popular book series plummet due to a controversial remark on social media. Does current controversy affect already existing work?

#10553:	January 13, 2021	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
The Phatic Maxim Some conversations convey information; phatic conversation is information-free and serves to lubricate social exchange. When characters speak, does what they say have a fictional purpose other than conveying information?

#10549:	January 06, 2021	by Fyn-dragon
Janus - The Doorway To Tomorrow! According to some philosophers, the month of January is derived from Janus, the god of doorways. Janus is considered to be two-faced - are we not all that way when standing on the threshold?

#10534:	December 30, 2020	by Vivian
New Year or Boo Year How we can face a new year with goals that can be met. Do we cheer or boo 2021?

#10484:	December 23, 2020	by Annette
Do As Much As You Can With a new year breathing down our necks, the pressure to come up with lofty plans is upon us. Shouldn't it really say, "Do ONLY as much as you can." ?

#10510:	December 16, 2020	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
The Units of Fiction Understanding Scenes, Chapters, and Scene/Sequel Pairs. What are the units of effective fiction?

#10509:	December 09, 2020	by Fyn-dragon
Christmas Treasures Unearthing the past to write in the future! What's your favorite Christmas memory?

#10497:	December 02, 2020	by Vivian
A Few Editing Tips Editing our own work or writing by others frightens many people, so here are a few helpful tips to make it easier. Should I edit or ignore?

#10409:	November 25, 2020	by Annette
The Missing Review So many words, so little content. How much of your reviews is fluff?

#10467:	November 18, 2020	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Writing Groups What I've learned about Writing Groups If you've got talent, why join a writing group?

#10457:	November 11, 2020	by Fyn-dragon
Day of the Veterans Veteran writing, writing for and about veterans and remembering. No question - today is the day to thank a veteran!

#10455:	November 04, 2020	by Vivian
Including Intelligence Info in Writing If one uses any intelligence information in writing, he needs to know where to obtain correct material Do you use intelligence in writing?

#10436:	October 28, 2020	by Dawn Embers
The Strangeness of Endings and NaNoWriMo A look at writing endings and how strange it is to reach quick when writing a novel in a month. Which story (yours/others) has your favorite ending?

#10422:	October 21, 2020	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Anticipation The role of anticipation, suspense, and conflict in creating tension in fiction. What's your favorite example of suspense in a novel?

#10418:	October 14, 2020	by Fyn-dragon
Journal Journeys Not just mere words on a page... Do you journal and what have you learned from it?

#10398:	October 07, 2020	by Vivian
Children Love Action -- in books, too Children should enjoy listening or reading. How can you bore children?

#10393:	September 30, 2020	by Dawn Embers
The Art of the Side Hustle A look at the concept of side hustles (jobs) for writers and characters. Is writing your side hustle/job? Does your character have to do extra work on the side?

#10374:	September 23, 2020	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Movies and Fiction Writing What Can We Learn from Watching Movies? What's the difference between watching a movie and reading a story?

#10371:	September 16, 2020	by Fyn-dragon
Are You A Writer? Why? Sometimes you need to step back and evaluate just why you write in the first place! When did you know?

#10353:	September 09, 2020	by Vivian
The Suspense Is Killing Me A little suspense adds spice to all writing, keeps the reader interested. Why all the suspense?

#10339:	September 02, 2020	by Annette
Building Characters From the hip or with a list How do you build your characters?

#10335:	August 26, 2020	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
First Words Three simple rules for more effective opening paragraphs. How do you make readers want to read the rest of your story?

#10328:	August 19, 2020	by Fyn-dragon
Humuhumunukunu....whaaaa? Using things, words and phrases that are specific to the locale/people in your tale Do you know what a humuhumunukunukuapuaa' is?

#10305:	August 05, 2020	by Annette
Write For Fun Be your own biggest fan. If you don't love it, why should they love it?

#10288:	July 29, 2020	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Folklore Folktales can inspire stories of all types. Using elements of folktales can help stories resonate with readers. What's your favorite story that's based on a folktale?

#10285:	July 22, 2020	by Fyn-dragon
Observations on a New World Dawnings Out and about while seeing through new lenses How do you react to ridiculous people?

#10267:	July 15, 2020	by Vivian
Writing about Grief Writing about grief takes special insight How can one reveal the suffering from grief?

#10256:	July 08, 2020	by Annette
Be Your Own Best Writing Buddy Take yourself by the hand to a place of writing. Who can write for you?

#10243:	July 01, 2020	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
One Plot to Rule Them All The three-act structure is powerful, pervasive, and easy to apply once you understand it. What's the three act structure anyway? How can I use it to make my stories more powerful?

#10241:	June 24, 2020	by Fyn-dragon
Crastination Trying and failing to stay focused - IE; being easily sidetracked. I'm a Pro! Ever taken the circuitous route?

#10223:	June 17, 2020	by Vivian
The Flash Flashes Back A flashback can be a helpful writing tool or a disaster Why flash back or not flash back?

#10216:	June 10, 2020	by Annette
Authors are Writers First The many ways aspiring authors explore writing before publishing. What's in your first draft?

#10199:	June 03, 2020	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
How To Write A Novel You don't write your novel, you discover it. Do you have a process for writing? Do you stick with it, or adjust it to your work in progress?

#10195:	May 27, 2020	by Fyn-dragon
Grand Openings - RE When the world opens again... Aside from this current state of events - what's your 'stop you in your tracks' moment?

#10180:	May 20, 2020	by Vivian
Grammar - the foundation of good writing Grammar creates the foundation an author needs for good writing What does grammar have to do with writing?

#10167:	May 13, 2020	by Dawn Embers
It Has to End A look at the writing process, reaching an ending and some inspiration from a discussion on the general forums. How do you get to the ending of your stories?

#10154:	May 06, 2020	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
Characters Some techniques to make your characters more compelling What makes a compelling character?

#10147:	April 29, 2020	by Fyn-dragon
Turning Perspectives Upside-down! "It was the best of times; it was the worst of times." Can you find the silver linings or are you drowning in that half-empty glass?

#10130:	April 22, 2020	by Vivian
Marketing - a Must Part of Publishing Marketing and promotion ideas for authors and illustrators Why can't an author's job end at publication?

#10123:	April 15, 2020	by Kate - Writing & Reading
First Impressions The value of an introduction Do you think writing letters is a lost art? irrelevant? why (or why not)?

#10105:	April 08, 2020	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
First Sentences and Author Voice The author's voice is the most important feature of an effective opening. What makes a compelling opening sentence?

#10104:	April 01, 2020	by Fyn-dragon
Observations: Incredible Shrinking House 4 walls, 4 adults, 2 toddlers, 1 dog: the joys of everyone being home! working

#10084:	March 25, 2020	by Vivian
Process of Publication A writer should know the process of publication from submission to bookshelf What happens once my submission enters the blackhole of publishing?

#10077:	March 18, 2020	by Gaby
Perfect timing If there was ever a good time to self reflect, it would be now. What next great idea are you working on now?

#10036:	March 11, 2020	by Max Griffin 🏳️‍🌈
His, Hers, and Theirs The Singular They What strategies can you use to avoid revealing a character's gender?

#10057:	March 04, 2020	by Fyn-dragon
'The Life of the Dead' Death is merely a part of living; sometimes you need to let a character die. Ever gotten backlash from killing off a character?

#10035:	February 26, 2020	by Vivian
Submission Etiquette Part 2 of submitting, follow submission etiquette Do you want to look arrogant, foolish, or bright when you submit?

#10027:	February 19, 2020	by Dawn Embers
Read Out Loud A look at some reading options for reading as a part of the craft in writing Do you listen to books? Have you ever tried editing by reading out loud to yourself?

#9991:	February 12, 2020	by Annette
Charles, Ernest, and Mark One of them saved a newspaper from extinction. Not with his fortune, but with his fame. What do three old authors have in common?

#10006:	February 05, 2020	by Fyn-dragon
Just Pack It! Or not... tis true - write what you know authenticity - have you ever spotted a major glitch when reading?

#9987:	January 29, 2020	by Vivian
Submitting Your Writing - Part 1 First, look at the correct way to submit to a publisher or editor Want to learn the "write" way to publish?

#9979:	January 22, 2020	by Kate - Writing & Reading
Let's Play Show or Tell Is it show and tell or show or tell? When you listen to a story, do you first hear the voice or see/sense the images?

#9966:	January 15, 2020	by Annette
Say What You Mean! Slow way down on the boring non-descriptive words. Which words do you think you can do without?

#9953:	January 08, 2020	by Fyn-dragon
Plan Your Work; Work Your Plan Giving yourself the freedom to have a gameplan allows for moving forward with ideas even if the plans change. Do you 'write by the seat of your pants' or do you have a clear destination from word one?

#9936:	January 01, 2020	by Vivian
Welcoming the New Year A new year brings more than some fun or funny resolutions to break. What makes a new beginning?

#9928:	December 25, 2019	by Dawn Embers
Creating a Schedule A discussion on the use of schedules for writing and more. Do you schedule time for writing, editing and other writing aspects?

#9861:	December 18, 2019	by Annette
Overcome the Reader Writers and readers are natural enemies. What does it take to force a reader to read?

#9913:	December 11, 2019	by Fyn-dragon
Be Nice to Yourelf Feeding and caring for your inner-elf What have you done for yourelf lately?

#9896:	December 04, 2019	by Vivian
'Tis the Season During the Thanksgiving-Christmas season, people give thanks and give gits; everyone should be thankful for books. What gift keeps giving and can be found for all ages?

#9893:	November 27, 2019	by Elle
In-depth reviews What is an in-depth review, who wants one, and where can you learn how to write one? What is an in-depth review, who wants one, and where can you learn how to write one?

#9857:	November 20, 2019	by Annette
Ten Rules to Follow Ten fingers, ten toes, ten rules. Easy! Can writing life be boiled down to ten bits of advice?

#9865:	November 13, 2019	by Fyn-dragon
Veterans and Getting It Right. They just go on, doing what they do... Are you a veteran?

#9843:	November 06, 2019	by Vivian
Preparing to Write Writing has no iron-clad rules, but a few guidelines help, especially to begin Where, oh, where does a writer begin?

#9834:	October 30, 2019	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Flashback holding you back? Handle flashbacks-to-childhood with care, to move forward. Do flashbacks do more harm than good?

#9820:	October 23, 2019	by Annette
Five Types of Writing Not everyone writes the same way. What kind of a writing type are you?

#9811:	October 16, 2019	by Fyn-dragon
Reading to Write Every good writer must first be a good reader! Which five books would you recommend to others that they absolutely need to read?

#9798:	October 09, 2019	by Vivian
Using Grammar Programs to Edit Self-editing is one of the most difficult parts of writing. How can you edit for grammar errors if you don't know grammar?

#9792:	October 02, 2019	by Dawn Embers
Writing Groups and Socialization A look at ways to find groups and be social while writing. Do you have a writing group online or in person? How did you find the group?

#9776:	September 25, 2019	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Going back to childhood All of us were children once. And that forms a special bond. What are your earliest memories?

#9766:	September 18, 2019	by Fyn-dragon
Authoristic Something we, as authors, all are! This is offered as a public service to be shared with all nonwriting partners!

#9747:	September 11, 2019	by Vivian
Celebrating a Writing Home Many writers call Writing.Com home How many celebrate Writing.Com's birthday?

#9700:	September 04, 2019	by Annette
Write! Your Life Depends On It! The studies don't lie. So you thought writing was only content creation?

#9724:	August 28, 2019	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
What does it mean? What someone means when they say something. Did you hear? Listen? Understand the implication?

#9719:	August 21, 2019	by Fyn-dragon
Thoughtful Characters Keep the facts and histories straight for all your characters! Ever forget something and then have to reread your own book for find the answer?

#9701:	August 14, 2019	by Vivian
Use Suspense in Writing All stories and novels need some suspense. What causes a reader to wonder what comes next?

#9661:	August 07, 2019	by Annette
Coffee and Word Count Coffee can help you write more. Is caffeinated writing good or bad?

#9676:	July 31, 2019	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Happy Birthday, Harry Potter! You can't have a 'For Authors' newsletter on July 31 that doesn't celebrate JK Rowling's birthday! Um -- is everyone completely crazy about Harry Potter? (It's his birthday -- please!)

#9670:	July 24, 2019	by Fyn-dragon
Observations on a Dark, Hot Weekend When the power's out for days on end - and cell phones die (among other things!) Remember back before the ubiquitous cell phones?

#9651:	July 17, 2019	by Vivian
Point of View Means ... People throw the term Point of View around, changing the meaning. What is Point of View?

#9644:	July 10, 2019	by ~Minja~
Audiobooks: How and Why What you need to know about giving a voice to your book. If you could choose a person for giving a voice to your book, who would it be and why?

#9627:	July 03, 2019	by Annette
Copyright You have a right to own your words. Others have a right to own their words. What is mine and what is someone else's?

#9624:	June 26, 2019	by Fyn-dragon
Of Strokes and Writing: There IS a Link! When you need to surface for air! Just Breathe Ever found your life consummed by one thing when all you REALLY want to do is write?

#9601:	June 19, 2019	by Vivian
New Pulp Fiction New Pulp Fiction: Modernization of the Past How can pulp fiction become a sub-genre of the present?

#9591:	June 12, 2019	by Dawn Embers
When and Where to Keep Backup Copies It is important for every writer to have a place to backup their work so that things don't get lost. Where do you backup your writing? What do you use?

#9525:	June 05, 2019	by Annette
International Standard Book Number Every book should have an ISBN Why should you own your ISBN?

#9572:	May 29, 2019	by Fyn-dragon
Observations on Memorial Day Weekend Just being observant and watching the world around me... Have you ever let the world slide by and just stood there and watched?

#9557:	May 22, 2019	by Vivian
Revise! Revise! Revise! Revision is more than 50% of writing Why revise a perfect work? Because nothing is perfect - yet.

#9544:	May 15, 2019	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Define the Characteristic When your protagonist or antagonist possesses a particular characteristic,what does that mean? Can the villain be pitiable?

#9529:	May 08, 2019	by Elle
Character Inspiration There is constant inspiration for characters for your stories and novels everywhere. And maybe a merit badge challenge! Where do you look for sources of inspiration?

#9520:	May 01, 2019	by Fyn-dragon
Observations on a Spring Weekend Minutiae ruminated on over the course of three days... How much of 'your' real do you bring into your writing?

#9500:	April 24, 2019	by Vivian
Attend that Writing Conference Conferences have many benefits for writers Do you want an opportunity to grow as a writer?

#9478:	April 17, 2019	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Entitlement It seems to be omnipresent in today's world. Do we really understand entitlement and its effects? What is entitlement, and why do people feel entitled?

#9489:	April 10, 2019	by 🦄🏳️‍🌈Sapph
Networking, Promotion, Feedback Resources to use for networking with others, promoting your own work, and soliciting feedback Did you know these resources existed for networking with writers, promoting yourself, and getting feedback?

#9473:	April 03, 2019	by Fyn-dragon
Imagi-nation Made Real If you can imagine it, you can write it! Go there! What's the strangest scenario you've ever imagined?

#9451:	March 27, 2019	by Vivian
How to Add Drama to Writing All writing must contain some drama. Do you know what drama in writing is?

#9423:	March 13, 2019	by Annette
Don't Say That! The many words that aren't available to you. When did this madness start?

#9421:	March 06, 2019	by Fyn-dragon
What's so great about WDC? 14 years in - ! still say BEST WRITING SITE EVER! Do you let other writers know about WDC?

#9398:	February 27, 2019	by Vivian
A Good Cover or Query Letter A good cover letter, sometimes called a query letter, gives a must needed good impression Do you freeze when facing the task of writing a cover or query letter?

#9393:	February 20, 2019	by ~Minja~
Myers–Briggs test for novel characters It is important to create believable characters that readers will connect with on a deeper level. What kind of special things do you do to get to know your characters better? i.e. Do you draw them, assign a zodiac?

#9371:	February 06, 2019	by Fyn-dragon
Once Was Once upon a time, not all that long ago Changes since you were young...

#9353:	January 30, 2019	by Vivian
To Comma or Not to Comma Commas are tricky little grammar flowers or not When should one comma or not comma?

#9296:	January 23, 2019	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Plot Support When the story isn't the main thing, but meant as a support. Does the plot always matter most?

#9333:	January 16, 2019	by Jeff
Endings & Beginnings My last issue as a regular For Authors newsletter editor. I'll probably be back to guest edit newsletters from time to time. What newsletters would you like to see me tackle?

#9320:	January 09, 2019	by Fyn-dragon
Where Characters Never Seem to Go! And why (for the most part) don't they? Why shouldn't characters do 'everyday' things?

#9303:	January 02, 2019	by Vivian
Character or Plot Driven For years the battle has raged: Which should drive a story -- character or plot? What drives your stories, character or plot?

#9288:	December 19, 2018	by Jeff
The Holi-Daze The holidays can be an overwhelming time where it's easy to find reasons not write. But you should write anyway. Do you find it easy or difficult to write during the holidays?

#9278:	December 12, 2018	by Fyn-dragon
Currier & Ives Time I journey back fifty years What is a favored Christmas (Holiday) memory?

#9258:	December 05, 2018	by Vivian
Fiction vs Nonfiction Part 2 All writing have some aspects in common, even fiction and nonfiction What's the difference in writing fiction and nonfiction?

#9245:	November 28, 2018	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Still a Kid Inspired by Lilli's Question of the Day: What childish things do you still do an an adult? Why wait till 'second childhood'?

#9239:	November 21, 2018	by Jeff
Pushing Through The importance of sticking with your project, even when it's a struggle. Do you have a hard time pushing through?

#9224:	November 14, 2018	by Fyn-dragon
Whisk Brain No. Not whiskey. Just thoughts whirling. Ever felt like there are a thousand ideas, pictures and emotions swirling in your head? The result is 'Thought Soup'

#9207:	November 07, 2018	by Vivian
Fiction vs Nonfiction Part 1 Fiction and nonfiction differ but have similarities How can a writer use the same methods for fiction and nonfiction?

#9193:	October 24, 2018	by Jeff
NaNoWriMo Nears A look at what you can do around the site if you're NOT participating in a huge, popular activity. Do you enjoy participating in big popular activities on Writing.com? Or do you prefer to do your own thing?

#9179:	October 17, 2018	by Fyn-dragon
Wise or Smart, Intelligent or Functional There are differences! Do you know any 'wise fools?'

#9158:	October 10, 2018	by Vivian
Promote that Book A "short" way to promote an upcoming book What does an author do to tantalize readers without giving away part of a book?

#9144:	September 26, 2018	by Jeff
Nonfiction Know-How Finding inspiration at the start of your nonfiction career, when you're not quite the expert you want to be yet. If you were going to be an expert on a particular nonfiction subject, what subject would you choose?

#9127:	September 19, 2018	by Fyn-dragon
CoverWorks What works (and doesn't) for book covers. Have you ever redesigned your cover after publication?

#9098:	September 12, 2018	by Vivian
Power Verbs: S through W The final verbs in the list of over 200 strong action verbs: S - W How can a writer make witting stronger?

#9085:	September 05, 2018	by Annette
Write Like Nobody Knows You Put clear words to your imagination and help your readers see it. Why can't they understand your story?

#9095:	August 29, 2018	by Jeff
Internal Logic All about applying consistent, logical rules to your characters and stories. What's the most memorable violation of internal logic in something you've read or watched?

#9066:	August 22, 2018	by Fyn-dragon
Got to shoot the bear! Sometimes, when it comes down to it; you just have to shoot the bear! Making decisions! Which is the higher priority in a set of circomstances? What the fans want or what your story needs to have happen?

#9041:	August 08, 2018	by Annette
D. N. W. I. A. When nobody knows what exactly you are trying to say. What does D. N. W. I. A. stand for?

#9033:	August 01, 2018	by Jeff
Communal Storytelling The benefits of participating in communal storytelling activities. Have you ever participated in a communal storytelling activity? If so, how did you like it?

#9020:	July 25, 2018	by Fyn-dragon
Real-life Research When life turns upside-down: look at the events as research for future characters. Have you used real-life evens in your writing?

#9009:	July 18, 2018	by Vivian
Powerful Verbs: Beginning with H - R We continue with powerful verbs by adding those starting with the letters H - R What writers want to strengthen their writing?

#8951:	July 11, 2018	by Annette
Learn on Writing.Com The site is full of very informative content for serious authors. What can a group of hobby writers teach me?

#8990:	July 04, 2018	by Jeff
Min-Maxing A look at how this roleplaying game term for playing on your strengths matters to your writing. What are your strengths as a writer? What are your weaknesses?

#8972:	June 27, 2018	by Fyn-dragon
Bits and Pieces of a Life We are more than our personalities and quirks: we are also what we surround ourselves with! I collect 'collections' - what do you collect and why?

#8962:	June 20, 2018	by Vivian
Stronger Writing - Powerful Verbs: A-G To strengthen one's writing, use powerful verbs, a beginning list with verbs beginning with A - G How can writers improve showing over telling, active voice over passive?

#8947:	June 13, 2018	by Annette
Pace Yourself Find the writing rhythm that works best for you. Do you believe in Writer's Block?

#8944:	June 06, 2018	by Jeff
Investing in Your Writing Tips and advice about how to scrutinize opportunities to spend money on your writing. What's the best money you've ever spent on your writing? How about the worst?

#8921:	May 30, 2018	by Fyn-dragon
Eulogies... What's Important? And, to whom? What would write in writing a synopsis of a life?

#8910:	May 23, 2018	by Vivian
Character or Plot Driven Writing Which is the better writing? What is the difference? What is the difference between character-driven and plot-driven writing?

#8902:	May 16, 2018	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Communicate, Create Integrate, Celebrate The reasons we learn a particular language Why do we learn a new language?

#8893:	May 09, 2018	by Jeff
Writing Yourself Into Your Stories An exploration of the author surrogate literary technique. Have you ever considered writing yourself into one of your stories? If so, for what purpose?

#8881:	May 02, 2018	by Fyn-dragon
Writing Journeys Whenever we start a writing project it is the beginning of a journey. Has a writing journey ever taken you someplace you never expected to go? Where?

#8863:	April 25, 2018	by Vivian
When the Creative Stream Stops Flowing Writer's block can be unblocked. When does a black page become a nightmare?

#8857:	April 18, 2018	by Kate - Writing & Reading
The Art of the Cover Letter Make a positive impact with courtesy - remember the thank you. Do you write letters (in complete words, not text-speak) to friends or family and do you read them?

#8848:	April 11, 2018	by Jeff
Taxes For Authors A brief layman's overview of author tax returns (not at all to be construed as professional tax advice). Do you deduct writing expenses on your taxes?

#8839:	April 04, 2018	by Fyn-dragon
Don't Shoot Yourself in the Foot! Self-sabotaging your work - Don't! Ever gotten yourself in writing misery by not paying attention?

#8816:	March 28, 2018	by Vivian
From Submission to Bookshelf Writers should be aware of the publishing process, what happens when they submit a manuscript. How does a manuscript submission become a book on a bookshelf?

#8810:	March 21, 2018	by Dawn Embers
Life Experiences Become Stories Sometimes we make up stuff for writing and other times life provides us with material. Do you use any of your life experiences in order to create stories or any other form of writing?

#8804:	March 14, 2018	by Jeff
Get Out Of The Comfort Zone Why it's important to stretch yourself as a writer. What's your comfort zone? And what's one thing you could do to get out of it?

#8793:	March 07, 2018	by Fyn-dragon
Brick Walls When you run into one! How do you get a brick wall to talk to you?

#8763:	February 28, 2018	by Vivian
What Editors and Publishers Hate Help before authors submit a manuscript What items might keep a manuscript from being accepted?

#8751:	February 21, 2018	by Elle
The secret to getting noticed... So you've worked hard on your writing, but how do you get people to notice it? I'm going to let you in on a secret! So you've worked hard on your writing, but how do you get people to notice it? I'm going to let you in on a secret!

#8761:	February 14, 2018	by Jeff
World Building A look at how to build fictional worlds. What fictional setting would you love to live in?

#8745:	February 07, 2018	by Fyn-dragon
Observations Over a Snowy Weekend Little details...tiny things...add up to more than you might imagine! How much of real life makes it into your fiction writing?

#8716:	January 31, 2018	by Vivian
5 Ways for Authors to Promote Authors are responsible for promoting their books and themselves. No one else is. Why would anyone else want or need to promote you and your book or books?

#8711:	January 17, 2018	by Jeff
K.I.S.S. On the value of simplicity. What aspects of your writing or your life are you prone to overcomplicating?

#8701:	January 10, 2018	by Fyn-dragon
The 'Imaginary' Real Characters who live and breathe, the ones you want to have a cup of coffee with ... What character in a book would you want to talk to?

#8688:	January 03, 2018	by Vivian
Writing Resolution for the New Year A new year is the time to improve writing motivation. How can a writer improve his/her writing motivation?

#8677:	December 27, 2017	by Dawn Embers
Preparing to Edit or Rewrite Looking at ways to prepare for the process of editing or rewriting. Do you have a process to get a story/poem ready for an edit or rewrite?

#8667:	December 20, 2017	by Jeff
How to Be a Bawse A look at Lilly Singh's bestselling book and how it applies to writers. What's holding you back from achieving your dreams?

#8644:	December 13, 2017	by Fyn-dragon
Christmas Ramblings My most favorite time of year and my brain is meandering over the years this morning! Do you believe in Santa Clause?

#8630:	December 06, 2017	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Truly For Authors! Making a writer feel on top of the world. Does writing pay?

#8621:	November 29, 2017	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Writer, Feel Lighter! Yes, writing is truly cathartic. My own experiences with this. Do you write to get it off your chest?

#8617:	November 22, 2017	by Jeff
Genre Audiences A look at genre audiences and their expectations. Do you prefer to read in one primary genre, or a variety of genres equally?

#8604:	November 15, 2017	by Fyn-dragon
Going Home Again Stepping back in time...renewing memories, creating new one... They say you 'Can't go home again' - but can you?

#8593:	November 08, 2017	by Gaby
Are there rules? The best way to finishing a project What's the one rule you follow when writing?

#8581:	November 01, 2017	by Gaby
Write Now! What to do if you haven't prepared yourself for Nano. Are you ready for NaNoWriMo?

#8570:	October 25, 2017	by Jeff
For Love of the Game Remembering to take some time to write for the love of it. How much do you really, truly enjoy the writing game?

#8557:	October 18, 2017	by Fyn-dragon
Murphy Foiled! Everything that can go wrong does... or does it? Ever set your characters to have everything go wrong? Great way to move a story forward!

#8517:	October 11, 2017	by Vivian
A Review of Beyond Craft Reading about a writer's craft can improve an author's work Why do I need technology or such?

#8526:	September 27, 2017	by Jeff
1,000 True Fans A look at Kevin Kelly's 1,000 True Fans hypothesis. How many true fans do you think you'd need to support yourself fully with your art?

#8513:	September 20, 2017	by Fyn-dragon
Of Writer's Nooks and Occasional Laps Where do you do your writing? Do you have a dedicated writing place?

#8489:	September 13, 2017	by Vivian
Edit Like an Editor All writers should and must edit their own work. Where do they begin: with some helpful tips. Why and how do I edit my writing?

#8480:	September 06, 2017	by Dawn Embers
Questions to Build Worlds and Characters Some questions asked in different moments can help build worlds or develop characters for a novel or story. What questions do you use to develop the world of your story or the characters?

#8476:	August 30, 2017	by Jeff
The Team Behind An Author A look at the unsung heroes who help get an author's work out into the world. Of all the people involved in your own work, who's your MVP (Most Valuable Player)?

#8463:	August 23, 2017	by Fyn-dragon
Going to the Dogs (and Cats) ! Interjecting some critters into your writing! Have you ever written something from an animal's point of view?

#8436:	August 16, 2017	by Vivian
Promote {x}Your Book{/x} Yourself Before promoting a book, authors should promote themselves. Why should anyone care about a book you've written?

#8431:	August 09, 2017	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Putting the words in context Why do we write? This question has and will continue to be asked forever! And every analysis will bring new insights. What does writing do?

#8426:	August 02, 2017	by Jeff
Miscellaneous Thoughts on a few assorted topics. What was the last truly amazing book you read?

#8411:	July 26, 2017	by Fyn-dragon
Hoarder Brain Does your mind ever get so full of clutter that you can't think? What's going on when you literally can't write?

#8395:	July 19, 2017	by Vivian
From a Publisher's Point of View If authors can understand a bit about the publishing process, they can be better prepared. Why do publishers care?

#8384:	July 12, 2017	by Elle
Keeping track of goals and glory How you can use lists to help you keep track of your writing goals and accomplishments. Lists are so passe. But maybe they're useful too. Have you ever thought about how a writing list could help you?

#8379:	July 05, 2017	by Jeff
Next Time You're only as good as your last project... and there's always next time. Does knowing there's always a "next time" make you more inclined to procrastinate?

#8365:	June 28, 2017	by Fyn-dragon
SummerThoughts Summer - it just isn't the way 'it used to be!' Or is it? Have your ideas of what Summer 'is' changed over the years? How? And, Why?

#8354:	June 21, 2017	by Vivian
A Source for Writing Help A review of a book which tells us "how to write fiction by breaking the rules." Where can writers find help to write better fiction?

#8319:	June 14, 2017	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
A Writer and An Activist He writes articles and books, and he has been fighting for the Andaman and Nicobar islands for 20 years. Meet Pankaj. Can you really make a difference, as a writer?

#8330:	June 07, 2017	by Jeff
The 80/20 Rule A look at the Pareto Principle (also known as the 80/20 Rule) and how it relates to an author's distribution of labor. What's your primary 20%?

#8314:	May 31, 2017	by Fyn-dragon
Building Blocks Building a 3-season room or a story, you need to plan and have your blocks piled well. Do you build a detailed outline or do you 'let it just happen' or ... ?

#8295:	May 24, 2017	by Vivian
Launching that New Book People celebrate the birth of a new baby; authors celebrate the birth of a new book What can an author do to celebrate the birth of a book?

#8284:	May 10, 2017	by Jeff
Analysis Paralysis What to do when you spend too much time trying to decide what to do. Do you ever experience analysis paralysis? If so, in what areas of your life?

#8270:	May 03, 2017	by Fyn-dragon
63 is the new 40. Right? Feeling old...er and looking back... Remember being young and feeling immortal?

#8223:	April 26, 2017	by Vivian
The Importance of a Title Most writers don't realize how important the "right" title can be. What's in a title?

#8242:	April 19, 2017	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
The language and the culture Some differences between audience-interaction in English and in Hindi. Which language? Does it matter?

#8236:	April 12, 2017	by Jeff
Writing That Draws Attention To Itself A look at the differences between writing that draws attention to itself and writing that's simply a vehicle for story. Do you like writing that draws attention to itself, or do you prefer the story and characters take a front seat?

#8219:	April 05, 2017	by Fyn-dragon
Observations on a Journey What we observed was every bit as important as what we saw...or (in one case) didn't! In your opinion, are seeing and observing the same thing? Why or why not?

#8198:	March 29, 2017	by Vivian
Synopsis? What Is That? Agents, publishers, editors, and writing contests ask for a synopsis -- the dread of all writers. They want a synopsis: Is that something to eat?

#8176:	March 22, 2017	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Oscar Gaffe: Conspiracy? Mistake? Both? I bet they wish they could have a 'take-two' here! Or do they? Trying to understand the infamous Oscar 2017 Gaffe. As a writer, what's your take on the Oscar mistake?

#8185:	March 15, 2017	by Jeff
Ultra-Specific Fiction Genres A look at Amazon's more obscure fiction genres. Do the kind of books you like to read fit in a very specific niche, or are they of a more general, overall genre?

#8172:	March 08, 2017	by Fyn-dragon
Observations from Paradise New Cultures, new traditions, a lot to pack away for future reference! Have you used new things you've learned away someplace else?

#8151:	March 01, 2017	by Vivian
More Tips and Hints for Better Writing A few more tips and hints to help writers improve their work What do you use incorrectly or what to use rather than "very"?

#8139:	February 22, 2017	by Annette
Three Rules Would you like to know the three rules to write a novel? If everything in life was this easy.

#8135:	February 15, 2017	by Jeff
Measurable Writing Output The importance of measurable writing output. Do you measure your writing output and set goals for improvement?

#8122:	February 08, 2017	by Fyn-dragon
Observations on Perspectives What readers get is directly connected to who they are and have been! Even not been able to see the forest for the trees?

#8103:	February 01, 2017	by Vivian
Bits 'n Pieces of Writing Advice Snippets of advice from major authors and writing experts What advice might people like Jerry Jenkins, Elizabeth Nunez, and Debbie Macomber give writers?

#8098:	January 25, 2017	by Dawn Embers
Real World or Speculative - Research Comparing the development of stories in the real world versus coming up with speculative places for the tale. Do you prefer to do contemporary/realistic or speculative fiction?

#8087:	January 18, 2017	by Jeff
Writing to Market A look at the self-publishing strategy of chasing popular trends. Have you or would you ever write to market, even if it's not a genre or subject matter you particularly enjoy?

#8076:	January 11, 2017	by Fyn-dragon
Observations Whilst Standing in the Door A potpourri of odd observations, thoughts and wonders... In the midst of all the 'goings-on' - do you ever just sit back and observe?

#8053:	January 04, 2017	by Vivian
What's New for the New Year What is available in publishing for the new year? What expectations in publishing do you have as a writer?

#8045:	December 28, 2016	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
The Emoji Test The reactions of a character to a situation, summed up. Which emoji would you use?

#8039:	December 21, 2016	by Jeff
Social Media Platforms An overview of the different types of social media platforms available for authors to reach their audiences. How many social media accounts do you have? Which platform is your favorite?

#8027:	December 14, 2016	by Fyn-dragon
Thoughts on the Season Random Thoughts, Memories and Using Them in Writing Preserving memories for the future...add dimension to writing!

#8007:	December 07, 2016	by Vivian
Suspense and Adventure Go Together Suspense isn't found only in mysteries and thrillers but also in adventure What does suspense have to do with adventure?

#7999:	November 30, 2016	by Dawn Embers
I Have 50k Words, Now What? We have reached the end of NaNoWriMo and time to figure out what to do next. What are your post national novel writing month plans? Are you done writing the novel?

#7992:	November 23, 2016	by Jeff
Getting Back To It Picking up your writing habits again after an absence. Do you find yourself taking extended breaks from writing? If so, how long does it take you to get back on the horse?

#7977:	November 16, 2016	by Fyn-dragon
Time for a Few Trivialities! Where DO they get those phrases from, anyway? Any phrases you've wondered about?

#7963:	November 09, 2016	by Vivian
Making Espionage Believable When people write military or spy stories or novels, they need to be sure they understand first. How can we tell a writer understands espionage?

#7948:	November 02, 2016	by Gaby
Step By Step Overcoming the fear of writing a novel or novella How often did you go back to your novel once finishing the first draft before considering it a done deal?

#7940:	October 26, 2016	by Jeff
NaNoWriMo & Other Writing Sprints Information about NaNoWriMo and other writing sprint-related activities. Have you competed in NaNoWriMo before? If so, how many times have you attempted it?

#7924:	October 19, 2016	by Fyn-dragon
You Are Your Own Best Source! Don't forget that the experiences you have lived through can make your writing come alive! What unique to you experiences have you used (or could you use) in your writing?

#7905:	October 12, 2016	by Vivian
Psychopath or Sociopath Making antagonist believable How can a writer make the antagonist believable?

#7878:	October 05, 2016	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
From Scribble to Story Idea How can you use the 'notebook' on Writing Dot Com to generate ideas for stories? Who knows what 'pani puri' is? And how is it connected with a monkey? What does a gasoline crisis have to do with this?

#7888:	September 28, 2016	by Jeff
Adverbs What to make of those pesky "-ly" words. Do you consider the use of "-ly" adverbs a technical error?

#7873:	September 21, 2016	by Fyn-dragon
Other Side of the Coin... What makes publishers happy campers and more inclined in your direction! Do you do all that you can to insure your success? Or do you shoot yourself in the keyboarded foot?

#7865:	September 14, 2016	by Vivian
What Editors or Publishers Hate - Part 2 The rest of the story: What Editors and Publishers Hate. Want to know what else publishers and editors hate?

#7842:	September 07, 2016	by Dawn Embers
Big Bang? Extreme Conflict or No A look at the main conflict in a story and whether it is necessary to develop an intense plot or not. Do you ever wonder if the conflict is strong enough for the story?

#7838:	August 31, 2016	by Jeff
Writing Software A look at different types of software available to writers. What's your favorite piece of writing software?

#7823:	August 24, 2016	by Fyn-dragon
Being an Author is HARD WORK! You thought the writing, revising, editing, proofing, layout and cover work were difficult? NOW comes the HARD work! Publishing your work is important. Even if you are giving a piece to some smaller publication for free, you will learn something about your writing. The editor will say something, friends will mention it. You will learn.~~Tim Cahill I was 40 yea

#7806:	August 17, 2016	by Vivian
What Editors or Publishers Hate - Part 1 Writers can make their lives with publishers and editors easier. Why would any writer want to anger a publisher or editor.

#7792:	August 10, 2016	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
What's Okay? A little word with big meanings. Different meanings, shallow and deep. Great potential for writers. What does it mean, to be 'okay'? Who asks? Who answers? Why? Why not?

#7785:	August 03, 2016	by Jeff
Impostor Syndrome and Other Afflictions Conditions that can affect a writer's productivity and mental well-being. Have you ever suffered from Impostor Syndrome?

#7771:	July 27, 2016	by Fyn-dragon
Observations Over a HOT Sticky Weekend Funny how folks are affected by the weather... Do weather changes affect you? How? What about your characters...

#7755:	July 20, 2016	by Vivian
Writing and Speaking that Hurt the Ears Some grammar and word usage hurt like fingernails scratching an old fashioned chalk board. What is that horrible sound?

#7741:	July 13, 2016	by Annette
Reviews: A Main Pillar of Writing.Com On giving and receiving reviews. How important is it to send reviews and should you respond to them?

#7729:	July 06, 2016	by Jeff
The Big Ones Thoughts on large site activities and alternative options for non-participants. Do you enjoy large-scale activities, or do you prefer to steer clear of them?

#7724:	June 29, 2016	by Fyn-dragon
Research vs Reality Sometimes, you just had to 'be' there, but other times ... can research suffice? Can you capture a place without actually being there or an emotional state without having gone through it?

#7700:	June 22, 2016	by Vivian
Some Tips for Crime/Mystery Writers Using details correctly adds to the writing of crime, mystery, suspense, or action manuscripts. Can someone really jump up and rejoin the mayhem after a knock on the head?

#7692:	June 15, 2016	by Kate - Writing & Reading
Rights to Writes Ownership of your words, from the point of the pencil to words in print How do you claim rights to your words in print or in the ether?

#7686:	June 08, 2016	by Jeff
Social Media Presence Considerations for an author looking to maintain a social media presence. Do you use social media to promote your writing? What's your social media platform of choice?

#7669:	June 01, 2016	by Fyn-dragon
Observations While Out and About Magnifying glasses, microscopes and mirrors... While observing, remember, you, too, are seen. What do you see? What do others see looking at you?

#7654:	May 25, 2016	by Vivian
A Few Writing Tips from Steven James The best writing tips come from excellent authors What can be learned from reading about writing and by attending writing conferences?

#7643:	May 18, 2016	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
For the First Time Trying something new ... and watching where it takes you. When was the last time you did something for the first time?

#7640:	May 11, 2016	by Jeff
Flex Goals Goals are so much easier to reach when you're flexible about how they're defined and how you get there. What goals do you have for yourself? Can you introduce some flexibility in order to make them more attainable?

#7619:	May 04, 2016	by Fyn-dragon
May Day My favorite month of the year! What is YOUR favorite month? Why?

#7604:	April 27, 2016	by Vivian
5 Publishing Myths: True or False Some "myths" frighten writers away from trying to submit, even if not completely true. Do you know which publishing myths are true?

#7591:	April 20, 2016	by Elle
Stepping out of your comfort zone How WDC can help you step out of your comfort zone and grow as a writer. Is the fear of the unknown preventing you from discovering new things about WDC, your writing and yourself?

#7589:	April 13, 2016	by Jeff
The New York Times Best Seller List A closer look at the publishing industry's most influential book list. Would you ever "game the system" with one of your own books to get on The New York Times Best Seller List?

#7568:	April 06, 2016	by Fyn-dragon
You Know You Are a Writer When... Some of these show up on t-shirts for a reason! Only you and your writer friends 'get' some of the intricacies of our craft...what 'stories' have you shared?

#7564:	March 30, 2016	by Vivian
Using Life in Writing Using and expanding life experiences enhances one's writing. How can one make writing more believable?

#7547:	March 23, 2016	by Dawn Embers
Playing the Field of Social Media So many social media options exist so this newsletter explores a few writers may use. Which is your main social media platform?

#7538:	March 16, 2016	by Jeff
Anthologies & Collections An exploration of combining your work into a larger anthology or collection. What kinds of things do you look for in a good collection of work (other than an author or authors you like)?

#7525:	March 09, 2016	by Fyn-dragon
What We Expect As a Response We write for a wide range of reasons...what do we expect in return? How does this change depending upon who it is? What do you 'expect' back when you put something out there?

#7503:	March 02, 2016	by Vivian
Point of View Discussion of three points of view vs perspective Who tells the story?

#7480:	February 24, 2016	by Annette
Publishing. Why. How. Where. You don't need a publishing house to become a published author. So, where can I buy your book?

#7486:	February 17, 2016	by Jeff
Reviewing: Style & Substance The importance of not trying to impose your own ideas of style & substance onto an author with different sensibilities. How do you respond to reviews that seem to be telling you that you need make your work something that it's not?

#7472:	February 10, 2016	by Fyn-dragon
Anthology Time!!! Time for the 2016 Writing.Com Anthology! Have you polished up your best?

#7457:	February 03, 2016	by Vivian
Other Pronoun Issues Personal pronouns (such as I, me, you, we, us, him, her) are not the only kinds of pronouns. Which of the following words are pronouns: he, we, they, whom, your, everyone, I? See For Authors Newsletter for answer.

#7446:	January 27, 2016	by Dawn Embers
Tips for Quality Reviews A little advice from the elf on putting together reviews to help others and maybe even for Good Deeds. What do you appreciate the most from a review?

#7436:	January 20, 2016	by Jeff
Reading The Hits & The Classics The importance of reading the kinds of things you write. Do you read the genre you write in? If so, which authors to you envy the most?

#7421:	January 13, 2016	by Fyn-dragon
Capturing Moods Observations on Kaleidoscopic Emotions To borrow a line from "Sound of Music," --'How do you catch a cloud and pin it down?"

#7402:	January 06, 2016	by Vivian
Do You Know Your Pronouns? I'm hearing and reading more misuse of pronouns, which isn't a good thing. Let's see if we can improve. Why can't Mary give a gift to you and I?

#7397:	December 30, 2015	by Storm Machine
Consistency Every writer benefits from consistent progress. Are you on a schedule like clockwork? Or will we waits years to see your next work?

#7384:	December 23, 2015	by Jeff
Idea Farming Training your brain to constantly come up with new ideas rather than only when you need them. Where and/or when do you typically come up with your best ideas?

#7374:	December 16, 2015	by Fyn-dragon
Observations Over a December Weekend As ever, the world around you is an excellent source of details to use in your writing Ever come across a person or a scenario and thought, 'Hmm, I need to work this into my next book?'

#7364:	December 09, 2015	by Vivian
Commas Are Not Flowers to Be Sprinkled Many people have asked questions about using commas correctly. Where and when should we use commas?

#7351:	December 02, 2015	by Dawn Embers
NaNoWriMo Recovery Things to do in December once National Novel Writing Month (November) is over. What do you do after NaNoWriMo ends?

#7344:	November 25, 2015	by Jeff
Writer With A Day Job Why having a day job while you build your writing career may not be the worst thing in the world. What kind of writing success would you have to have before you'd quit your day job?

#7328:	November 18, 2015	by Fyn-dragon
Combatting Holiday Madnesses The time quickly approaching when the reasons get lost in the season... What's your favorite trick to avoid getting buried?

#7308:	November 11, 2015	by Vivian
Treasure Hunt: Find a Writing Conference How to find a writing conference or book festival Where do we start the treasurer hunt for a conference of festival?

#7303:	November 04, 2015	by Kate - Writing & Reading
Is it Show or Tell ~ or Show and Tell ? Tell what you know with words that show an image of the story or verse. Why do we call it telling a story?

#7296:	October 28, 2015	by Jeff
Plotting or Pantsing The differences between discovery writers and those who plan their stories in advance. Are you a plotter or a pantser? Do you ever wish you were sometimes the other?

#7250:	October 21, 2015	by Fyn-dragon
In and Outs of Contests Looking at contests from both sides of the glass... Do you get the most out of the contests you enter, do you follow guidelines?

#7260:	October 14, 2015	by Vivian
Apostrophe Where, When, and Why Part 2 Beginning with rule 9, we'll finish the newsletter about apostrophes What other rules are there for apostrophe usage?

#7256:	October 07, 2015	by Dawn Embers
When to Share Ideas and Who to Tell A question of keeping stories to self, sharing plus a little bit on alpha and beta readers. When do you share your ideas for a story? Who do you share them with?

#7245:	September 30, 2015	by Jeff
Smart Quotes and Dumb Coding How quotation marks have evolved over the years and can cause problems in web-based writing. Do you have a preference for using smart or dumb quotes in your own writing?

#7230:	September 23, 2015	by Fyn-dragon
Shooting Yourself in the Foot! Why sabotage your work? What do you forget to check before posting or submitting?

#7210:	September 16, 2015	by Vivian
Apostrophe Where, When, and Why Part 1 Knowing where and when to use apostrophes is often confusing, here's help. First part To apostrophe or not to apostrophe, that is the question.

#7205:	September 09, 2015	by Dawn Embers
NaNoWriMo: Prepare or Procrastinate? How much does one need to prepare in advance before National Novel Writing Month? Do you spend time preparing or doing any types of notes before writing a novel? If so, how much do you do?

#7196:	September 02, 2015	by Jeff
Periods of Intense Activity The value and dangers of having to accomplish a lot in very little time. How long can you focus intently on something before you have to take a break?

#7171:	August 26, 2015	by Fyn-dragon
Time Capsule!! Give yourself a gift in the future! What do you want to tell or remind yourself about fifteen years from now?

#7160:	August 19, 2015	by Vivian
The 8 C's of Writing Often writers miss a necessary component of good writing. What is needed for a complete manuscript?

#7151:	August 12, 2015	by 🦄🏳️‍🌈Sapph
Constructive Criticism Learn how to give constructive criticism and incorporate it in your own work. Why should you use constructive criticism? What makes it so great?

#7142:	August 05, 2015	by Jeff
Proper Labels The importance of categorizing your work properly, and the features of Writing.Com that allow you to be specific. Do you prefer writing labels that are specific (e.g. Sci-Fi Action/Thriller) or more general (e.g. just Sci-Fi)?

#7125:	July 29, 2015	by Fyn-dragon
Choice, Decision, or Simply Was? Looking back to when I first realized that writing would be an intrinsic part of who I was then and who I would become. When did you realize that writing was in your blood, that you needed to write? Can you pinpoint a moment or time frame?

#7112:	July 22, 2015	by Vivian
Why Writers Need Conferences Published authors think they don't, beginners think they're aren't ready, all need conferences Why would I, as a writer, need to attend a conference?

#7093:	July 08, 2015	by Jeff
Do What You Want To Do Today's world offers a multitude of paths to getting your work out there, even if many involve a little off-roading. If you aren't currently creating the kind of work you want, what's stopping you?

#7078:	July 01, 2015	by Fyn-dragon
Observations After An Avalanch of Review Suddenly being deluged with reviews brings some interesting revelations... How have you grown as a writer and how have your readers noticed this?

#7057:	June 24, 2015	by Vivian
So, Writing for Children Is Easy? Many people believe anyone can write for children -- not so. Why would people think writing for children is easy?

#7050:	June 17, 2015	by 🦄🏳️‍🌈Sapph
Creative Outlets There are many other creative outlets and utilizing them could potentially help your writing. What kinds of creative outlets do you use that could enhance your writing?

#7042:	June 10, 2015	by Jeff
A Writer's Purpose A discussion about the reasons for writing what we write. As a writer, what's your purpose in writing what you write?

#7026:	June 03, 2015	by Fyn-dragon
Observations: Waiting to Board the Ark Over 4 inches of rain in 12 hours, temps dropping from high 80's to the 40's, a flood watch...and trying to sell books! What lengths have you gone to to sell books under adverse conditions?

#7007:	May 27, 2015	by Vivian
Revising Is a Must Writers often don't realize how important revisions are. n/a

#6993:	May 20, 2015	by Annette
The Eight Parts of Speech It's okay to use all of them. n/a

#6987:	May 13, 2015	by Jeff
Messing With Your Brain Dealing with a mind that's constantly tempting you to avoid writing. n/a

#6971:	May 06, 2015	by Fyn-dragon
M.O.M. Memories Of Moms - magnificent, maudlin or memorable...mothers are an incredible source of material for your characters! n/a

#6953:	April 29, 2015	by Vivian
What Is Too Much Action Action in any writing makes it live? But, what is too much? n/a

#6941:	April 22, 2015	by Jay's debut novel is out now!
The Value of Rewriting Most of us are not merely writers but rewriters. Embrace the second draft! n/a

#6938:	April 15, 2015	by Jeff
Outrage Culture If you receive a negative response to your work... you're in good company. n/a

#6914:	April 08, 2015	by Fyn-dragon
Research is Your Friend! The more you know...the more you KNOW! n/a

#6900:	April 01, 2015	by Vivian
All Writing Needs Drama Even comedy has drama, so what is drama in writing? n/a

#6895:	March 25, 2015	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Blurb or Blurt? There's a fine line between making the reader curious and giving away too much. n/a

#6887:	March 18, 2015	by Jeff
The Odds & Chances of Success High volume output and the difference between your odds and chances of success. n/a

#6871:	March 11, 2015	by Fyn-dragon
Learning Curve 8 of the Things I've learned along the way at WdC and as a writer. n/a

#6854:	March 04, 2015	by Vivian
What if ... Writers often have moments of "what if ..." n/a

#6830:	February 18, 2015	by Jeff
Ebooks & Self-Publishing How ebooks have changed the way we self-publish our work. n/a

#6817:	February 11, 2015	by Fyn-dragon
Observations During Winter Storm Linus Ten random observations...food for thought, perhaps. n/a

#6812:	February 04, 2015	by Vivian
Writing through the Pain Often authors create their best work when in pain or ill, but how? n/a

#6793:	January 28, 2015	by Crys-not really here
Reading and Writing Go Hand-in-Hand Why writing should always coupled by lots of reading. n/a

#6778:	January 21, 2015	by Jeff
Writing in Multiple Genres Does writing in multiple genres have a likely positive or negative effect on a writer's chances of success? n/a

#6772:	January 14, 2015	by Fyn-dragon
Bleary-eyed Observations The things you notice when everything's out of kilter... n/a

#6754:	January 07, 2015	by Vivian
How to Use Details and Not Tell Showing can't mean using no descriptions, but how? n/a

#6747:	December 31, 2014	by 🦄🏳️‍🌈Sapph
Where are we? Where are we going? Looking at the year behind you in writing and figuring out where to go from here in the year ahead. n/a

#6735:	December 24, 2014	by Jeff
Holiday Stories Advice for those thinking of capitalizing on the seasonal market for holiday stories. n/a

#6722:	December 17, 2014	by Fyn-dragon
Observations: Christmas Decorations & !! Over the top, tacky or oohs and ahhs? And something very, very cool! n/a

#6699:	December 10, 2014	by Vivian
Writing and Holidays Writing about holidays like Christmas deserve reality n/a

#6686:	December 03, 2014	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Characters, Compassion and Community A discussion on emotional needs in schools, and what this made me reflect on as a writer. n/a

#6683:	November 26, 2014	by Jeff
Holiday Writing Schedules What to do when your normally scheduled writing time is interrupted by the holiday season. n/a

#6666:	November 19, 2014	by Fyn-dragon
Interior Decorate Your Writing Whether a poem or a novel, try thinking about it as decorating a house. n/a

#6651:	November 12, 2014	by Vivian
Using Research in Writing Even if writing fiction, research is often needed n/a

#6642:	November 05, 2014	by Kate - Writing & Reading
The Writer's Blog ~ It's Real Writing Blogging -> a Dynamic Tool for the Writer's Toolbox n/a

#6634:	October 29, 2014	by Jeff
Crossing The Finish Line The importance of finishing what you start. n/a

#6619:	October 22, 2014	by Fyn-dragon
Sweat the Small Stuff! Getting your book ready requires sweat on numerous levels! n/a

#6596:	October 15, 2014	by Vivian
Remember When Writing about Abuse More people are affected by abuse than the abused n/a

#6591:	October 08, 2014	by Crys-not really here
Should You Prep for NaNo? Are you a prepper? n/a

#6579:	October 01, 2014	by Jeff
Discovery vs. Structured Writing How to tell if you're a discovery writer or a structured writer, and what impact that has on your NaNoWriMo prep. n/a

#6567:	September 24, 2014	by Fyn-dragon
Perspectives on Autumnal Fallings Being aware of varying perspectives n/a

#6553:	September 17, 2014	by Vivian
What W.Com Means to Me All members of this site either loves, likes, or maybe dislikes W.Com n/a

#6540:	September 10, 2014	by Dawn Embers
Sea of Options for Notes and Writing Brief view on note and writing program options that are available to fit the whims and needs of many different writers. n/a

#6531:	September 03, 2014	by Jeff
Birthday Overload How to navigate all the awesomeness that is WdC Party Central. n/a

#6520:	August 27, 2014	by Fyn-dragon
Observations of the Garden It takes more than sunlight and water to make anything grow. n/a

#6487:	August 13, 2014	by 🦄🏳️‍🌈Sapph
It's All In The Marketing You may have some awesome writing but if you can't market it, it won't get you anywhere! n/a

#6459:	July 30, 2014	by Fyn-dragon
Plotting the Course How to get from point A to B. n/a

#6442:	July 23, 2014	by Vivian
Benefits of Conferences Writers, to be professional, need to attend conferences. n/a

#6435:	July 16, 2014	by Dawn Embers
Twitter, Blogging and Facebook, Oh My A look at different social media options to consider when putting together an online writer presence. n/a

#6424:	July 09, 2014	by Jeff
The Note Behind the Note Deciphering larger issues and alternative solutions to notes you disagree with. n/a

#6407:	July 02, 2014	by Fyn-dragon
Observations Of The Neighborhood You are surrounded by 'characters' - why not take advantage of it? n/a

#6392:	June 25, 2014	by Vivian
One Writing Tip: Avoid Excerpts Don't give away parts of your book n/a

#6372:	June 11, 2014	by Jeff
Do I Really Have to Address that Note? About processing feedback from reviewers. n/a

#6356:	June 04, 2014	by Fyn-dragon
Observations from the Art Fair Do you see the people around you or do you just shuffle through the crowd? n/a

#6340:	May 28, 2014	by Vivian
Recognition for Writers All writers want acclamation of some kind n/a

#6331:	May 21, 2014	by Dawn Embers
Finding a Way to Tri-Balance A newsletter discussing the need to balance writing, reading and editing. n/a

#6321:	May 14, 2014	by Jeff
The Lie (and Importance) of Multitasking Why multitasking is a myth, what you should be doing instead, and why it's important. n/a

#6302:	May 07, 2014	by Fyn-dragon
Tripping (!) The Light Fantastic Letting your characters be real and alive! n/a

#6275:	April 30, 2014	by Vivian
Writing for Children Writing for children is not "easy" n/a

#6264:	April 23, 2014	by Annette
Capture Inspiration Do you live to write or do you write to live? n/a

#6269:	April 16, 2014	by Jeff
Just Keep Swimming On the importance of constantly working on new projects. n/a

#6254:	April 09, 2014	by Fyn-dragon
Observations on the Felling of a Tree It was way more than the simple act of bringing down a tree. n/a

#6226:	March 26, 2014	by 🦄🏳️‍🌈Sapph
LGBT in Literature A look at the presence and impact of LGBT culture in the literary world. n/a

#6220:	March 19, 2014	by Jeff
The Impotence of a Good Editor Why it's essential to have a good second set of eyes on your work. n/a

#6210:	March 12, 2014	by Fyn-dragon
Anthologically Speaking Dust off those gems, unpack those treasures--submit your best! n/a

#6195:	March 05, 2014	by Vivian
How to Describe Deep Emotion Writers need to find words, ways to describe emotion n/a

#6180:	February 26, 2014	by Gaby
Life's Experiences Use your personal life to add parts to your writing. Change it up, add to it. There are no limits. n/a

#6170:	February 19, 2014	by Jeff
Justification or Excuse? The fine line between reasons that prevent us from writing and reasons we use to avoid writing. n/a

#6156:	February 12, 2014	by Fyn-dragon
Observations on Observing Just how observant are you? And why it is so important to be a great observer! n/a

#6126:	January 29, 2014	by Storm Machine
How Do You Draft? You don't need an excuse to write fast or slow. n/a

#6117:	January 22, 2014	by Jeff
Hyphenates Making a case for being a writer of many things rather than focusing on just one area of expertise. n/a

#6101:	January 15, 2014	by Fyn-dragon
Observations During Snow-ma-geddon Funny how white-outs make the colors all the brighter! n/a

#6089:	January 08, 2014	by Vivian
Promote in 2014 Authors need to promote themselves and their writings n/a

#6076:	January 01, 2014	by Crys-not really here
Be the Best Writer You Can Be in 2014! Tips and resources for using WDC to help you meet your New Year's resolutions in 2014. n/a

#6064:	December 25, 2013	by Jeff
Ebook Publisher Issues Why it's important to closely monitor your work, even after it's published online. n/a

#6054:	December 18, 2013	by Fyn-dragon
Observations: Janus-ly Speaking Looking both forward and back... n/a

#6037:	December 11, 2013	by Vivian
Competition Helps Writers Writers need help polishing and fine-tuning their work n/a

#6030:	December 04, 2013	by Storm Machine
November's Over- Now What? Time to focus on the writerly tasks that were neglected during the one-month write-a-thon. n/a

#6019:	November 27, 2013	by Jeff
The Importance of Writing Groups A writer's work can be lonely and isolating. Is a writing group the solution for you? n/a

#6009:	November 20, 2013	by Fyn-dragon
Observations From The Publishing Puppy Sometimes it is better from a slightly different viewpoint. n/a

#5986:	November 13, 2013	by Vivian
Why a Writing Conference? Everyone can attend a writing conference, online or in person, and improve his/her writing. n/a

#5973:	October 30, 2013	by Jeff
How Do You NaNoWriMo? Different ways of approaching the challenge to write 50,000 words during the month of November. n/a

#5957:	October 23, 2013	by Fyn-dragon
Observations: Binocular-ly Speaking Looking through the other end of the binocuars. n/a

#5941:	October 16, 2013	by Vivian
Using Poetic Devices Authors include those who write poetry. Using poetic devices adds to creativity. n/a

#5925:	October 02, 2013	by Jeff
The Parts That People Skip Advice from the recently-departed Elmore Leonard. n/a

#5902:	September 25, 2013	by Fyn-dragon
Observations: Cleaning the Fridge Amazing how one's mind travels; how cleaning out the nooks and crannies leads to odd-ball thoughts. n/a

#5887:	September 18, 2013	by Vivian
Action in Children's Books Stories and book for children demand action. n/a

#5880:	September 11, 2013	by Lonewolf
Writing Style Writing styles vary and are as distinct as personality traits. n/a

#5869:	September 04, 2013	by Jeff
Be Bold On the importance of being brave enough to let your writing stand out. n/a

#5853:	August 28, 2013	by Fyn-dragon
Observations During Garage Sales The old 'One man's trash is another man's treasure' turned a bit on its ear! n/a

#5841:	August 21, 2013	by Vivian
Stories Require a Plot Whether a short story, flash fiction, or a novel, stories need a plot. n/a

#5797:	August 14, 2013	by Annette
Poke Around in Member Portfolios The Best Writing Advice Comes from Fellow Writers n/a

#5827:	August 07, 2013	by Jeff
Calculate Less Simple, two-word advice for those who worry too much about their writing. n/a

#5809:	July 31, 2013	by Fyn-dragon
Observations on a Hike Up The Gorge As a photographer, I look for creative shots; as a writer I need to express the shot without the camera. n/a

#5800:	July 24, 2013	by Vivian
Reviews of W.Com Harry Gilleland's Novel W.Com author Harry E. Gilleland, Jr.'s newest novel reviewed by several experts n/a

#5755:	July 17, 2013	by Annette
Public Versus Private Reviews What is the difference and why is it important to have both options? n/a

#5770:	July 10, 2013	by Jeff
Handling Rejection How to approach the dreaded "R" word. n/a

#5756:	July 03, 2013	by Fyn-dragon
Observations of an Aural Kind Using other senses to see--see blindly! n/a

#5742:	June 26, 2013	by Vivian
How Supportive of Other Writers Are You? Writers need to promote themselves, but they need to remember others, too. n/a

#5721:	June 19, 2013	by Annette
Writing in Summer Are you going to let that sunny weather keep you from writing? n/a

#5719:	June 12, 2013	by Jeff
Copyright Basics Basic information about the concept of copyright n/a

#5713:	June 05, 2013	by Fyn-dragon
Observations during Art in the Park Observations made during an arts fair in our tiny town when close to 35,000 folks descended on us for the weekend. n/a

#5692:	May 29, 2013	by Vivian
Dealing with Emotion, with Horror Experiences add to writers' toolbox of words, the ability to "show" n/a

#5680:	May 22, 2013	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Responses to your writing What did you write? How did readers respond? n/a

#5676:	May 15, 2013	by Jeff
Save The Cat, Kick A Puppy Defining your protagonist and antagonist by the actions they take. n/a

#5655:	May 08, 2013	by Fyn-dragon
Observations On a Sunny Sunday Afternoon As usual...it is all about being observant, being aware as a way to make your characters real! n/a

#5642:	May 01, 2013	by Vivian
What's Grammar Have to Do with Anything? Correct grammar is needed not only for good writing but also for business n/a

#5606:	April 24, 2013	by Annette
Original and Formula Are you writing something with an original message or following a formula? n/a

#5625:	April 17, 2013	by Jeff
Serial or Standalone? The differences between writing serialized and one-off stories. n/a

#5610:	April 10, 2013	by Fyn-dragon
Observations Outside the 'Comfort Zone Don't be intimidated! Be willing to step outside your comfort zone...whole new world awaits! n/a

#5585:	April 03, 2013	by Vivian
Don't Shoot Yourself in the Foot Don't shoot yourself in the foot with poor writing n/a

#5583:	March 20, 2013	by Jeff
Suspension of Disbelief Why do we become so invested in stories and characters we know are fictional? n/a

#5560:	March 13, 2013	by Fyn-dragon
Observations While Finding My Desk Every now and then, finding the surface of my desk becomes a necessity! n/a

#5544:	March 06, 2013	by Vivian
Review of J.A. Jance's Deadly Stakes What could be better for a newsletter for authors than a a review of a best-selling author's new novel? n/a

#5540:	February 26, 2013	by Kate - Writing & Reading
Dear Editor ~ Read My Words!! Presentation counts ~ one way to get your words past the editor's 'file-13' or 'delete' and into the read-me in-box. n/a

#5524:	February 19, 2013	by Fyn-dragon
Observations Over the Weekend Why being observant serves the writer well! n/a

#5508:	February 12, 2013	by Vivian
Step 5 to Be a Better Writer Show, Don't Tell, the final step to go with the previous four n/a

#5500:	February 05, 2013	by Annette
Quantity or Quality As authors, should we strive for quality or quantity? n/a

#5490:	January 29, 2013	by Kate - Writing & Reading
Who Has The Rights to Your Writes Giving rights to publishers to your work does not eliminate your ownership of the work. n/a

#5480:	January 22, 2013	by Fyn-dragon
Observations From My Side of the Desk Learning curves, magic hats, Mom glares and happy smiles... n/a

#5461:	January 15, 2013	by Vivian
Step 4 to Be a Better Writer Writers need to grab the readers attention from the beginning and keep it n/a

#5436:	January 08, 2013	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Wabi Sabi - catching the whispers The Japanese concept of Wabi Sabi is all about paying attention to the neglected. n/a

#5437:	January 01, 2013	by Crys-not really here
Happy New Year, Writing.com! On resolutions and achievements n/a

#5431:	December 25, 2012	by Fyn-dragon
Observations at Christmastide People watching, people learning--character building... n/a

#5415:	December 18, 2012	by Vivian
Step 3 to be a Better Writer Developing "living" characters is necessary for a well-written story n/a

#5396:	December 04, 2012	by Crys-not really here
The 7 Basic Plots Has everything worth writing already been written? n/a

#5385:	November 27, 2012	by Fyn-dragon
Dreams do come true Chase after your dreams and just maybe you will catch them! n/a

#5371:	November 20, 2012	by Vivian
Step two in becoming a better writer The next step in becoming a better writer is to have a plot n/a

#5361:	November 13, 2012	by Crys-not really here
In Defense of NaNo n/a

#5343:	October 31, 2012	by Fyn-dragon
Ghost Writing Make it a treat...not a trick n/a

#5321:	October 24, 2012	by Vivian
Beginning to Become a Better Writer Becoming a better writer takes planning and work n/a

#5313:	October 17, 2012	by Crys-not really here
Motivating Your Characters Could Freud Help? n/a

#5301:	October 10, 2012	by Crys-not really here
How Much Do You Plan? When you're writing a novel, do you plan, or do you wing it? Does it matter? n/a

#5292:	October 03, 2012	by Fyn-dragon
Observations on a Learning Curve Observations and things learned along the way! n/a

#5272:	September 26, 2012	by Vivian
Happy 12th Birthday, W.Com From Story.Com to Writing.Com - sucess n/a

#5240:	September 19, 2012	by Crys-not really here
Writers Have Other Hobbies, Too! Why it's beneficial to have hobbies outside of writing n/a

#5254:	September 12, 2012	by JACE
Dig Out Those Memories To paraphrase the ad, "What's in your past?" Use those memories for stories. n/a

#5243:	September 05, 2012	by Fyn-dragon
of Birthdays and Anthologies.... A little bit of this; a little bit of that n/a

#5229:	August 29, 2012	by Vivian
Creating that Cover/Query Letter A good cover letter or query letter needed n/a

#5205:	August 15, 2012	by Crys-not really here
Why Do More Women Than Men Write YA? Examining why more women than men become successful young adult authors n/a

#5195:	August 08, 2012	by Fyn-dragon
It Is Time! Of assertions and submissions...and all colors are super! n/a

#5178:	August 01, 2012	by Vivian
Interview - Review Good Manners Once a book is released, what should an author do in interviews and reviews? n/a

#5171:	July 25, 2012	by KimChi
An Editing Blueprint Specific criteria makes editing your own work easier. n/a

#5157:	July 18, 2012	by Crys-not really here
Magazines, Newsletters, and Blogs A Plethora of Publications for Writers n/a

#5149:	July 11, 2012	by Fyn-dragon
1st WDC Anthology The Best WDC has to offer! Call for submissions from WDC authors! n/a

#5127:	July 04, 2012	by Vivian
Why are daytime dramas disappearing? For ages, daytime dramas were some of the most popular television shows. What happened? n/a

#5111:	June 27, 2012	by KimChi
Third Times the Charm Why is three a magic number while five is right out? n/a

#5105:	June 20, 2012	by Crys-not really here
Writing is Not a Solitary Act! You can be a better writer by just enjoying life n/a

#5098:	June 13, 2012	by Fyn-dragon
Potpourri - An Assortment of Thoughts Just oddball things that while might seem disconnected; are in a weird sort of way. n/a

#5077:	June 06, 2012	by Vivian
Promote That Book for Success Authors need to promote their books, not just publishers or publicists n/a

#5059:	May 23, 2012	by Crys-not really here
The Business of Blogging If you're an author and having tried blogging, maybe you should. n/a

#5050:	May 16, 2012	by Fyn-dragon
Get Your Money's Worth! Figure out what you need! n/a

#5039:	May 09, 2012	by Vivian
What If? The beginning of writing, asking "what if." n/a

#5027:	May 02, 2012	by KimChi
Edit Thyself Good writers are good editors. n/a

#5011:	April 25, 2012	by Lonewolf
Overcoming Writer's Block Here are a few methods to get the creative juices flowing when facing that terrible beast called writer’s block. n/a

#4992:	April 18, 2012	by Fyn-dragon
Dedicated to the one I ... Your dedication is YOURS; don't be dictated to! n/a

#4979:	April 11, 2012	by Vivian
Adding Espionage to Writing Some research helps make espionage usage in writing more realistic n/a

#4977:	April 04, 2012	by KimChi
A Competitive Edge What would you accomplish if you knew you could not fail? n/a

#4959:	March 28, 2012	by Satuawany
Choose Your Audience When you choose your audience, you nail down aspects of your story. n/a

#4945:	March 21, 2012	by Fyn-dragon
Why Are You Writing? Many Answers--really only ONE correct answer! n/a

#4926:	March 14, 2012	by Vivian
What I Learn from TV We can learn much about writing by watching television and often doing the opposite n/a

#4922:	March 07, 2012	by KimChi
4 Underused Writing Tools Paper and pen feels oh so right, but technology is faster. n/a

#4903:	February 29, 2012	by Crys-not really here
Writing from the Other Gender's POV Hard to do, or necessary challenge? n/a

#4860:	February 22, 2012	by Fyn-dragon
Characters from Mars and Venus Characters need to reflect the real world, not our imagined one! n/a

#4873:	February 15, 2012	by Vivian
Love doesn't mean buying February is the month of love, but ... n/a

#4869:	February 08, 2012	by KimChi
Calliope Has Left the Building Who you gonna believe, your own experience or a 5,000 yr-old dead goddess? n/a

#4848:	February 01, 2012	by Crys-not really here
Contests: Your Ticket to Publication For anyone who wants to publish their writing or just get their name out there, contests can be a great start! n/a

#4843:	January 25, 2012	by Fyn-dragon
"I'm not very good, but..." Why every writer should strike this sentence from their vocabulary! n/a

#4825:	January 18, 2012	by Vivian
Every Plot Needs a Protagonist Believable protagonists or heroes and heroines are needed for a good plot. n/a

#4819:	January 11, 2012	by KimChi
The 3 Habits of Successful Writers Writing goals are easy to meet when you're a little zealous and a lot organized. n/a

#4803:	January 04, 2012	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Proud to be an Eavesdropper! I'm a writer. I eavesdrop. n/a

#4794:	December 27, 2011	by Fyn-dragon
Reflections In the lull between the holidays and the new year; time to reflect back on the accomplishments of 2011 n/a

#4771:	December 20, 2011	by Vivian
Is graphic detail necessary for romance? A discussion on scroll about graphic details n/a

#4764:	December 13, 2011	by Crys-not really here
Tips for Getting Published There is no magic formula, but there are some easy "tricks" that can help. n/a

#4755:	December 06, 2011	by Jay's debut novel is out now!
Standard Manuscript For-What-ting?? A quick look at manuscript formatting for submissions of all kinds! n/a

#4742:	November 29, 2011	by Fyn-dragon
Wrap Up Your Writing! It is all in the present-tation! n/a

#4725:	November 22, 2011	by Vivian
Action, Action, Too Much Action? Can a story or novel have too much action? n/a

#4723:	November 15, 2011	by Satuawany
Changing Roles A characterization exercize that exercizes your characters. n/a

#4709:	November 08, 2011	by Jay's debut novel is out now!
Effective Characterization Using character for story development... Here are some basics and some ideas to work with on characterization. n/a

#4694:	November 02, 2011	by Fyn-dragon
When The Mountains Sing An interview with the marvelous, magical Sheila Kay Adams n/a

#4641:	October 26, 2011	by Vivian
Revise for Success Revising is a major step in preparing a manuscript for submission n/a

#4674:	October 19, 2011	by Kate - Writing & Reading
Let's Play Show and Tell Common wisdom dictates - show, don't tell; Un-common wisdom incites - tell what it takes to show it ^_^ n/a

#4658:	October 12, 2011	by Jay's debut novel is out now!
Characterization In Action A few thoughts on using characterization to boost a reader's interest in your work. n/a

#4649:	October 05, 2011	by Fyn-dragon
5 Observations from the Editor's Desk More things one should know... n/a

#4629:	September 28, 2011	by Vivian
Case of the Pesky Personal Pronouns One problem many writers have is using the correct personal pronouns n/a

#4620:	September 21, 2011	by Crys-not really here
Young Adult Vs. Middle Grade Novels You wanted to know, so today we discuss the difference! n/a

#4596:	September 14, 2011	by Crys-not really here
Should You Pay to Publish? When self-publishing COULD be right for you. n/a

#4604:	September 07, 2011	by Fyn-dragon
Happy Birthday WDC! A Thank You note to the BEST WRITING site online! n/a

#4555:	August 31, 2011	by Vivian
Ready to Print, Not to Change Once a manuscript has gone thrugh all the editing process and formatting, it is not the time to change anything n/a

#4572:	August 24, 2011	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!
Play with your characters How well have you created your characters? Are they strong, believable, real? Find out by playing some games with them! n/a

#4543:	August 17, 2011	by Crys-not really here
Young Adult Novels: Myths and Facts When was the last time you picked up a young adult novel? n/a

#4551:	August 10, 2011	by Fyn-dragon
10 Things Your Editor Won't Tell You What drives an editor crazy? Read on to find out and learn mistakes to avoid making. n/a

#4529:	August 03, 2011	by Vivian
"Pitching" your book or manuscript Writers need to be prepared to interest others in their manuscripts or books n/a

#4506:	July 27, 2011	by Crys-not really here
Writers Writing About Writing--Why? Why do so many writers spend their time writing about writing? n/a

#4509:	July 20, 2011	by Kate - Writing & Reading
Contests ~ Paid Publication or Rejection Entering contests ~ is the potential payout worth it ?? Answers often depend on whether one has a 'win' n/a

#4499:	July 13, 2011	by Fyn-dragon
W * R * I * T* E * R * S * Some things good writers always keep in mind! n/a

#4483:	July 06, 2011	by Vivian
Avoid Stumbling over Sentence Fragments Smooth correct sentences aid in reading and writing comprehension n/a

#4457:	June 22, 2011	by Crys-not really here
Uncovering Hidden Treasures Sometimes, looking through old files can help you uncover those hidden gems. n/a

#4447:	June 15, 2011	by Fyn-dragon
Book Signings are Hard Work! How you do at a book signing event is mostly up to you! n/a

#4432:	June 08, 2011	by Vivian
Subjects and Verbs, stop fighting Subject/verb agreement is necessary for good writing. n/a

#4401:	May 18, 2011	by Fyn-dragon
The Writing Tree Think family tree with added branches, loughs and leaves. n/a

#4379:	May 11, 2011	by Vivian
Grab the readers' attention immediately A writer needs to "hook" the reader from the beginning, create a "page turner." n/a

#4347:	April 20, 2011	by Fyn-dragon
Clean Out Your Writing Closet! Time for Spring Cleaning! Time to air out musty writing ideas and bring them out into the sun! n/a

#4295:	April 13, 2011	by Vivian
Queen of the Night by J.A. Jance Review of one of J.A. Jance's most recent novels. Reading helps us learn. n/a

#4315:	March 30, 2011	by Cubby
Food for Thought:: The Right Ingredients Does your story include all the right ingredients? n/a

#4301:	March 23, 2011	by Fyn-dragon
You Did WHAT to Your Character? Sometimes a major character simply needs to die. How do you handle their death? n/a

#4283:	March 16, 2011	by Vivian
Storyteller or Writer? A person needs to decide which he wants to be: a storyteller or a writer/author. There is a big difference. n/a

#4267:	March 02, 2011	by Cubby
Title Tidbits The title is the first thing a person reads. n/a

#4249:	February 23, 2011	by Fyn-dragon
English: It's its own worst enemy! Using the right word: spell checker black holes n/a

#4234:	February 16, 2011	by Vivian
Examining Show, Don't Tell Writing tips for improving writing n/a

#4225:	February 09, 2011	by Kate - Writing & Reading
Notice Me! Read Me!! Getting your work past the incoming pile of slush on editors' desks n/a

#4219:	February 02, 2011	by Cubby
Romancing a Stone No relationship is without irritations. n/a

#4207:	January 26, 2011	by Fyn-dragon
Observations From the Editor's Desk Your work is now in the hands of a gasp editor. Now what? n/a

#4192:	January 19, 2011	by Vivian
Improve Writing - Read Bad Books A few tidbits to improve writing n/a

#4172:	January 05, 2011	by Cubby
Attainable Goals If you stumble, get right back up and keep on moving! n/a

#4157:	December 28, 2010	by Fyn-dragon
Becoming Janus Don't only look forward, for the looking back guides your footsteps as well. n/a

#4126:	December 21, 2010	by Vivian
Making Writing about Christmas Real Writing about any holiday, such as Christmas, needs a few guidelines n/a

#4121:	December 07, 2010	by Cubby
Walking in a Writer's Wonderland Winter is a magical time of year for dreams, thrills, and wonder. n/a

#4103:	November 30, 2010	by Fyn-dragon
Attack of the Warm Fuzzies! Opening the Treasure Chest of Memories n/a

#4085:	November 23, 2010	by Vivian
When to use commas Commas are more than little marks to be scattered here and there. n/a

#4067:	November 09, 2010	by Cubby
Turn Up the Heat! Want to write a page-turner? Start stirring up trouble! n/a

#4057:	November 03, 2010	by Fyn-dragon
You Need to be a Creative Contortionist Sometimes you just need to approach things from inside-out and backwards. n/a

#4033:	October 27, 2010	by Vivian
A bit of grammar review - sentences What is a sentence? How do we avoid run-on sentences and fragments? n/a

#4027:	October 20, 2010	by Crys-not really here
A Writer or a Wanna-Be? What do you mean you're a "wanna-be writer"? n/a

#4008:	October 06, 2010	by Fyn-dragon
Observations During a Step Back in Time Characters are created from observed behaviors: Anywhere folks gather is a virtual smorgasbord! n/a

#3992:	September 29, 2010	by Vivian
Have you heard the latest news? Some recent news about publishing and agents. n/a

#3982:	September 22, 2010	by Storm Machine
In Good Company When is it time to hang out with other writers? n/a

#3966:	September 15, 2010	by Cubby
Meeting Jay Asher Inspiration comes from meeting author Jay Asher, who never gave up on his manuscript, "Thirteen Reasons Why." n/a

#3954:	September 08, 2010	by Fyn-dragon
Left Field Hits When you get hit by a foul ball...how you field it is up to you. n/a

#3940:	September 01, 2010	by Vivian
Characters Everywhere Finding characters to use in writing n/a

#3928:	August 25, 2010	by Crys-not really here
Why Use Access Restrictions? A brief narrative of the ways access restrictions can be used. n/a

#3923:	August 18, 2010	by Cubby
Dialogue Tips Dialogue is extremely important! Be sure to follow these tips. n/a

#3906:	August 11, 2010	by Fyn-dragon
Raindrops! You just never know the impact you may have on others. n/a

#3878:	July 28, 2010	by Crys-not really here
Vampires and Werewolves, Oh My! We all have genres that we refuse to read or write in. n/a

#3871:	July 21, 2010	by Cubby
Character-naming Tips Naming characters isn't as easy as what it seems. Enrich your character's personality with a name that suits them. n/a

#3859:	July 14, 2010	by Fyn-dragon
Getting Lost When the pages reach out like a mother's arms to gather you in... n/a

#3836:	July 07, 2010	by Vivian
Promoting Your Brand A tip to promote one's brand, writing, etc. n/a

#3825:	June 30, 2010	by Crys-not really here
Using Groups: Think Outside the Box! There's a group for everyone! And if you can't find what you want, why not create one? n/a

#3819:	June 23, 2010	by Cubby
Spare the Adverbs! Adverbs are not the enemy, but they should be used sparingly when writing fiction. n/a

#3806:	June 16, 2010	by Fyn-dragon
Word Soup When the ingredients all come together the chef...err...writer begins to cook! n/a

#3779:	June 09, 2010	by Vivian
Writing a Review Writing tips about writing a review of fiction, whether book, story, or poetry. n/a

#3778:	June 02, 2010	by Storm Machine
Continuing Education But I thought I was done with school? n/a

#3765:	May 26, 2010	by Cubby
Performing with Plot and Character Writing a story is like a circus performance with juggling, balancing, and entertainment to the very end. n/a

#3745:	May 19, 2010	by Fyn-dragon
Reading in Hi-def For a reader, 'seeing' is believing! n/a

#3715:	May 12, 2010	by Vivian


#3710:	May 05, 2010	by Storm Machine


#3695:	April 28, 2010	by Cubby


#3687:	April 21, 2010	by Fyn-dragon


#3669:	April 14, 2010	by Vivian


#3644:	March 31, 2010	by Leger~SoGrateful


#3634:	March 24, 2010	by Fyn-dragon


#3611:	March 17, 2010	by Vivian


#3598:	March 10, 2010	by Storm Machine


#3588:	March 03, 2010	by Cubby


#3578:	February 24, 2010	by Fyn-dragon


#3554:	February 17, 2010	by Vivian


#3496:	February 10, 2010	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!


#3533:	February 03, 2010	by Cubby


#3521:	January 27, 2010	by Fyn-dragon


#3491:	January 20, 2010	by Vivian


#3482:	January 13, 2010	by Kate - Writing & Reading


#3483:	January 06, 2010	by Cubby


#3474:	December 30, 2009	by Fyn-dragon


#3453:	December 23, 2009	by Vivian


#3449:	December 16, 2009	by Kate - Writing & Reading


#3430:	December 09, 2009	by Cubby


#3425:	December 02, 2009	by Fyn-dragon


#3399:	November 25, 2009	by Vivian


#3378:	November 18, 2009	by Crys-not really here


#3380:	November 11, 2009	by Cubby


#3371:	November 04, 2009	by Fyn-dragon


#3360:	October 28, 2009	by Vivian


#3338:	October 21, 2009	by THANKFUL SONALI Party Hopping!


#3324:	October 14, 2009	by Cubby


#3319:	October 07, 2009	by Fyn-dragon


#3295:	September 30, 2009	by Vivian


#3292:	September 23, 2009	by Storm Machine


#3277:	September 16, 2009	by Cubby


#3269:	September 09, 2009	by Fyn-dragon


#3251:	September 02, 2009	by Vivian


#3220:	August 26, 2009	by Shannon
Write What You . . . NO! n/a

#3206:	August 19, 2009	by Cubby


#3215:	August 12, 2009	by Fyn-dragon


#3195:	August 05, 2009	by Vivian


#3192:	July 29, 2009	by Storm Machine


#3159:	July 22, 2009	by Cubby


#3167:	July 15, 2009	by Fyn-dragon


#3147:	July 08, 2009	by Vivian


#3119:	June 24, 2009	by Cubby


#3116:	June 17, 2009	by Fyn-dragon


#3097:	June 10, 2009	by Vivian


#3089:	June 03, 2009	by Elisa, Stik-or-Treat


#3068:	May 27, 2009	by Cubby


#3064:	May 20, 2009	by Fyn-dragon


#3047:	May 13, 2009	by Vivian


#3021:	April 29, 2009	by Cubby


#3012:	April 22, 2009	by Fyn-dragon


#2994:	April 15, 2009	by Vivian


#2926:	April 08, 2009	by Shannon
Get Real n/a

#2983:	April 01, 2009	by Cubby


#2964:	March 25, 2009	by Fyn-dragon


#2946:	March 18, 2009	by Vivian


#2937:	March 11, 2009	by Fyn-dragon


#2922:	March 04, 2009	by Cubby


#2913:	February 25, 2009	by Fyn-dragon


#2895:	February 18, 2009	by Vivian


#2886:	February 11, 2009	by Fyn-dragon


#2861:	February 04, 2009	by Cubby


#2859:	January 28, 2009	by Fyn-dragon


#2835:	January 21, 2009	by Vivian


#2832:	January 14, 2009	by Leger~SoGrateful


#2816:	January 07, 2009	by Cubby


#2806:	December 31, 2008	by Fyn-dragon


#2786:	December 24, 2008	by Vivian


#2775:	December 17, 2008	by Storm Machine


#2765:	December 10, 2008	by Cubby


#2747:	December 03, 2008	by Fyn-dragon


#2732:	November 26, 2008	by Vivian


#2725:	November 19, 2008	by Kate - Writing & Reading


#2704:	November 12, 2008	by Cubby


#2699:	November 05, 2008	by Fyn-dragon


#2685:	October 29, 2008	by Vivian


#2676:	October 22, 2008	by NanoWriMo2018 Into the Earth


#2662:	October 15, 2008	by Cubby


#2646:	October 08, 2008	by Fyn-dragon


#2634:	October 01, 2008	by Vivian


#2628:	September 24, 2008	by NanoWriMo2018 Into the Earth


#2615:	September 17, 2008	by Cubby


#2604:	September 10, 2008	by Fyn-dragon


#2571:	September 03, 2008	by Vivian


#2580:	August 27, 2008	by NanoWriMo2018 Into the Earth


#2559:	August 20, 2008	by Cubby


#2555:	August 13, 2008	by Fyn-dragon


#2537:	August 06, 2008	by Vivian


#2534:	July 30, 2008	by NanoWriMo2018 Into the Earth


#2511:	July 23, 2008	by Cubby


#2464:	July 16, 2008	by Fyn-dragon


#2490:	July 09, 2008	by Vivian


#2480:	July 02, 2008	by Fyn-dragon


#2468:	June 25, 2008	by Cubby


#2457:	June 18, 2008	by Fyn-dragon


#2437:	June 11, 2008	by Vivian


#2420:	June 04, 2008	by A Non-Existent User


#2409:	May 28, 2008	by Cubby


#2407:	May 21, 2008	by Fyn-dragon


#2384:	May 14, 2008	by Vivian


#2383:	May 07, 2008	by Holly Jahangiri


#2361:	April 30, 2008	by Cubby


#2350:	April 23, 2008	by Fyn-dragon


#2331:	April 16, 2008	by Vivian


#2323:	April 09, 2008	by Leger~SoGrateful


#2314:	April 02, 2008	by Cubby


#2298:	March 26, 2008	by Fyn-dragon


#2282:	March 19, 2008	by Vivian


#2273:	March 12, 2008	by A Non-Existent User


#2255:	March 05, 2008	by Cubby


#2246:	February 27, 2008	by Fyn-dragon


#2232:	February 20, 2008	by Vivian


#2224:	February 13, 2008	by NanoWriMo2018 Into the Earth


#2209:	February 06, 2008	by Cubby


#2199:	January 30, 2008	by Fyn-dragon


#2162:	January 23, 2008	by Vivian


#2180:	January 16, 2008	by A Non-Existent User


#2166:	January 09, 2008	by Cubby


#2147:	January 02, 2008	by Fyn-dragon


#2109:	December 26, 2007	by Vivian


#2123:	December 19, 2007	by Fyn-dragon


#2106:	December 12, 2007	by Cubby


#2100:	December 05, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#2085:	November 28, 2007	by Vivian


#2078:	November 21, 2007	by Fyn-dragon


#2069:	November 14, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#2049:	November 07, 2007	by Vivian


#2030:	October 31, 2007	by Vivian


#2023:	October 24, 2007	by Fyn-dragon


#2009:	October 17, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1996:	October 10, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1981:	October 03, 2007	by Vivian


#1969:	September 26, 2007	by Fyn-dragon


#1962:	September 19, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1941:	September 12, 2007	by Vivian


#1919:	September 05, 2007	by Vivian


#1912:	August 29, 2007	by Fyn-dragon


#1905:	August 22, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1894:	August 15, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1871:	August 08, 2007	by Vivian


#1859:	August 01, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1771:	July 25, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1840:	July 18, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1817:	July 11, 2007	by Vivian


#1813:	July 04, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1788:	June 27, 2007	by Vivian


#1781:	June 20, 2007	by Melissa is fashionably late!


#1774:	June 13, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1759:	June 06, 2007	by Vivian


#1735:	May 30, 2007	by Vivian


#1727:	May 23, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1717:	May 16, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1702:	May 09, 2007	by Holly Jahangiri


#1678:	May 02, 2007	by Vivian


#1673:	April 25, 2007	by Elisa, Stik-or-Treat


#1666:	April 18, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1654:	April 11, 2007	by Holly Jahangiri


#1631:	April 04, 2007	by Vivian


#1621:	March 28, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1615:	March 21, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1597:	March 14, 2007	by Holly Jahangiri


#1578:	March 07, 2007	by Vivian


#1573:	February 28, 2007	by Sarah Rae


#1563:	February 21, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1550:	February 14, 2007	by Holly Jahangiri


#1527:	February 07, 2007	by Vivian


#1518:	January 31, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1510:	January 24, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1497:	January 17, 2007	by Holly Jahangiri


#1474:	January 10, 2007	by Vivian


#1467:	January 03, 2007	by A Non-Existent User


#1450:	December 27, 2006	by Vivian


#1444:	December 20, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1429:	December 13, 2006	by Melissa is fashionably late!


#1418:	December 06, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1400:	November 29, 2006	by Vivian


#1390:	November 22, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1383:	November 15, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1364:	November 08, 2006	by Melissa is fashionably late!


#1347:	November 01, 2006	by Vivian


#1340:	October 25, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1332:	October 18, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1316:	October 11, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1296:	October 04, 2006	by Vivian


#1287:	September 27, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1281:	September 20, 2006	by Holly Jahangiri


#1265:	September 13, 2006	by Love is a Mommy (no foolin)


#1241:	September 06, 2006	by Vivian


#1235:	August 30, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1226:	August 23, 2006	by Holly Jahangiri


#1212:	August 16, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1192:	August 09, 2006	by Vivian


#1187:	August 02, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1176:	July 26, 2006	by Holly Jahangiri


#1160:	July 19, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1132:	July 12, 2006	by Vivian


#1137:	July 05, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1103:	June 28, 2006	by Holly Jahangiri


#1112:	June 21, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1067:	June 14, 2006	by Vivian


#1089:	June 07, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1072:	May 31, 2006	by Holly Jahangiri


#1057:	May 24, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1043:	May 17, 2006	by Vivian


#1028:	May 10, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#1019:	May 03, 2006	by Holly Jahangiri


#1005:	April 26, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#993:	April 19, 2006	by Love is a Mommy (no foolin)


#977:	April 12, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#946:	April 05, 2006	by Holly Jahangiri


#952:	March 29, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#930:	March 15, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#912:	March 08, 2006	by Holly Jahangiri


#894:	February 22, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#883:	February 15, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#873:	February 08, 2006	by Holly Jahangiri


#862:	February 01, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#843:	January 25, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#835:	January 18, 2006	by A Non-Existent User


#814:	January 11, 2006	by Holly Jahangiri


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#785:	December 21, 2005	by A Non-Existent User


#770:	December 14, 2005	by A Non-Existent User


#758:	December 07, 2005	by Holly Jahangiri


#594:	November 30, 2005	by A Non-Existent User


#733:	November 23, 2005	by A Non-Existent User


#717:	November 16, 2005	by A Non-Existent User


#709:	November 09, 2005	by Holly Jahangiri


#674:	October 26, 2005	by A Non-Existent User


#665:	October 19, 2005	by A Non-Existent User


#658:	October 12, 2005	by Holly Jahangiri


#643:	October 05, 2005	by A Non-Existent User


#621:	September 21, 2005	by A Non-Existent User


#614:	September 14, 2005	by Holly Jahangiri


#593:	September 07, 2005	by A Non-Existent User


#586:	August 31, 2005	by Wannabe


#571:	August 24, 2005	by A Non-Existent User


#565:	August 17, 2005	by Holly Jahangiri


#530:	August 03, 2005	by Wannabe


#525:	July 27, 2005	by A Non-Existent User


#513:	July 20, 2005	by Holly Jahangiri