The first time I heard the words “Show don’t tell” I was in my first college creative writing class. The professor, a well meaning man with a masters degree in English, did not really elaborate beyond that. He did provide us with excellent reading and advice throughout the semester that I knew improved my writingContinue reading “Show vs Tell: The oldest and most confusing advice in the book.”
Author Archives: Aubrey Lyn Jeppson
Getting ready for National Novel Writing Month
If you are a budding writer and finally want to get that book that’s been inside you on paper, now is the time! November will be here soon enough and it is known to many writers as NaNoWriMo or National Novel Writing Month. This will be my third year participating. Okay, that’s not completelyContinue reading “Getting ready for National Novel Writing Month”
Weekly Comic Review: Avengers #0
After Secret Wars, Avengers #0 is an anthology book that ties together the stories of the Avengers, the New Avengers, A-Force, the Uncanny Avengers, the Ultimates and the Squadron Supreme. Each team has a small vignette that ties their story into that of the Squadron Supreme. Stories like this can be tricky, since the readerContinue reading “Weekly Comic Review: Avengers #0”
The Power of a Paragraph
Formatting my writing has always been something that did not come naturally to me. Since I spent a good portion of my early writing days on roleplay forums and writing fanfiction, I quickly got into some bad habits when it came to how my paragraphs and dialogue looked on the page. From roleplay writing, IContinue reading “The Power of a Paragraph”
Salt Lake Comic Con Part 3: Chris Evans and this Con was special to me.
In the time I’ve been attending comic conventions, I’ve only ever gotten one photo op with a celebrity. It was last year with Eliza Dushku, someone I have been a fan of for years. I usually go to conventions to show off my cosplay and network with other writers and artists, as well as checkContinue reading “Salt Lake Comic Con Part 3: Chris Evans and this Con was special to me.”
Salt Lake Comic Con Part 2: Cosplay Experience and Tips.
Each year, Salt Lake Comic Con is a little like Christmas for me when it comes to cosplay. I’m both Santa and the little kid getting the presents. I spend months working on costumes for my husband and I, and then we get to debut them. This year was a little different because we alsoContinue reading “Salt Lake Comic Con Part 2: Cosplay Experience and Tips.”
Salt Lake Comic Con Part 1: Lines and Vendor Hall Tips
I’ve attended every Salt Lake Comic Con since they began three years ago, each one had its issues, but I can definitely say that this year was the best so far. Not only due to the guests, but also due to the organization of lines and such. My husband and I have tried toContinue reading “Salt Lake Comic Con Part 1: Lines and Vendor Hall Tips”
Why Feedback is your friend
It might even be your BEST friend. I know that may sound a little crazy, considering how painful feedback on your work can be. People want you to delve deeper, to kill your darlings, change your setting, edit or delete that line of prose you were super attached to. Also, honestly? It feels great whenContinue reading “Why Feedback is your friend”
4 Awesome Comic Series You Should Check Out
So this week has been a bit busy and I didn’t get to hit the shop on New Comic Book Day. That means I don’t have a comic to review as I usually do. Instead, I’m going to share with you some of the series I’ve read recently that I’ve absolutely enjoyed. The Wicked andContinue reading “4 Awesome Comic Series You Should Check Out”
Procrastination Station
You may or may not have noticed, but it’s been a couple weeks since I’ve posted on ye ole blog. Life got kind of hectic with a family reunion and a convention, both of which involved travel and not a lot of time to write. This post isn’t about that though, it’s about the dreadContinue reading “Procrastination Station”
The Taming of the Muse 