What to put on your 2022 literary calendar
A year ago, most literary events had to comply with health protocols and adapt to a virtual setup. But now, the world has begun opening up again with around 60% of the US population having been fully vaccinated. Here’s a list of in-person events to put on your literary calendar for 2022. Just make sure […] READ MORE |
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Holiday playlists to jam to
We have a little over a week before Christmas arrives. The decorations are twinkling, snow is piling up, and the gifts are waiting under the tree. All we need now is some music to set the mood. Here are a few playlists you can use to get a little writing done or simply lay back […] READ MORE |
Xlibris Writing Tips| 5 Plot Pitfalls Pt 2
Xlibris Publishing returns with the rest of 5 Plot Pitfalls. Pitfall #3- Out-of-Character What do we mean by “Out-of-Character?” You write a character, particularly a central character like a protagonist or antagonist, establish their traits, values, virtues, and flaws. The reader comes to learn what this character will and won’t do, how […] READ MORE |
Xlibris Writing Tips| 5 Plot Pitfalls
When writing a story, when constructing a narrative, there are things to avoid or perhaps only use sparingly. Xlibris Publishing shares 5 Plot Pitfalls– mistakes, traps, and writing devices that can throw off readers and hurt a story. Pitfall #1- Plot Holes Great and Small We start with plot holes. A general term […] READ MORE |
Xlibris Writing Tips| 6 Tips for Writing the Machine Uprising Pt 2
Xlibris Writing Tips returns to continue sharing and discussing 6 Tips for Writing the Machine Uprising. Tip #4- All Too Human The machine is made by humans, is it any surprise a sentient machine could have the same flaws and potential for evil? Then consider what such an entity is capable of doing. But such […] READ MORE |