I want to contrast two trends of advice for aspiring authors like me, and, if you are reading this blog, like you: the tug-of-war between the craft-focused and career-focused mentality.
The Tension of Craft vs Career
Tag: Writing
Why Write?
Last week, I confess that I struggled to find consistency in my writing. Fellow amateur, fellow aspirant, that should not be. Too much is at stake. Without further introduction, here are 4 reasons why we should write
Shades of Black: Genre, Sub-genre, and Style
Take a moment and think about three of your favorite horror movies. Although they all target the same emotions - fear, tension, anxiety - they attack that same goal from different angles.
Thoughts on Submissions and Queries
Wading through thousands of words in small print, I found myself scanning for keywords that applied to my specific situation:
Writing Is A Marathon – Pace Yourself
I passed a major milestone in my journey yesterday - I finished my first novel-length first draft! A cyclone of conflicting emotions swept me up as I typed 'the end.'
JC Murray Books 