Writer's Block...it sucks!

Writer's Block . . . it sucks!

Writer's block happens to the best of us. If I ever met a writer who said they never had writer's block, I would shake their hand and ask what their secret is (even though they are probably lying).

My Top 10 Pet Peeves (as a writer)

My Top 10 Pet Peeves (as a Writer)

Let's face it - as soon as someone hears that you are a writer you are typically bombarded with either questions or requests. 

At least, that's what I've found.

There are always going to be people out their to give you their two cents, even if you don't want it. Especially if you don't want it.

I decided to compile of list of my top 10 Pet Peeves as a writer mainly to vent.

How to Write

How to Write

Real life can be a pain in the ass. 

Let's face it, sometimes you just get so busy that by the time you get home and have time to yourself, you collapse onto your bed and pass out. Or, you have no brain power left and end up mindlessly checking Facebook and Tumblr. Well, most of that is just me. But I'm pretty sure it applies to other people too.

The best thing I've ever done to get myself to write is to write a little bit everyday. Even if it's just a paragraph or writing down a story idea. Sometimes writing just for the sake of writing is the best thing you can do.

Dreams Can Be Great Stories!

Dreams Can Be Great Stories

I have a list of topics I want to write about, but this particular topic jumped ahead of the line.

Recently, I had a crazy, weird, epic dream. It's too long to describe, and would be very confusing if you don't know me personally. But, it was intense. When I woke up, I kept thinking about it so I wouldn't forget the details of the dream. As soon as I had a chance I wrote down everything I remembered from the dream.

Creating Characters

Creating Characters

Okay, just so everyone is aware, I am not pretending to be some sort of writing expert. I'm just sharing tips and tricks that work for me.