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.”
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Capturing the Muse: How to Spark Creative Ideas
A few years ago when I set out on my path to become a writer, I remember being filled with dread that I only had one good idea in me. I had been trying to write the same book for about 7 years and had not really ever tried to outline or spark another idea.Continue reading “Capturing the Muse: How to Spark Creative Ideas”
The Taming of the Muse 