Video game design involves a lot more than coding and character art. Those are big parts of it, sure, but I’ve noticed something interesting: just because you play video games doesn’t mean you’ll be good at designing them. You’d think that years of gaming would qualify you to work on them, but that simply isn’t…
Jane Austie wrote with free indirect speech, a method where the author uses a third person perspective to convey the thoughts and speech of a character. This technique blurs the lines between the narrator’s voice and the character’s, offering a unique perspective into a story. It can help readers connect to characters and push the narrative forward, but using it extensively may be exhausting.
I got this cool book “Fiction Writer’s Notebook” by John Gillard from Barnes and Noble. It’s full of info on 20 authors and 70 writing exercises. Excited to try them out for my blog! First up: Jane Austin. Can’t wait to share what I learn with you! Who else loves Jane Austin? Share in the comments!
Coherent marks translated,Heart to pen and paper. I write with pleasing intention,Each word occupying its own purpose. My ponderous soul set free,Persuaded by the mystery. The words of flowing stone,Leave pieces in their wake. Not immune to time, resistant –Choose wise intent.
In a fiction writing class, I realized that Taylor Swift’s genre switch teaches writers to meet reader expectations and surprise with intention.
Sometimes you just have to start writing, even if you’re not sure where it’s going. Good writing often comes during revision. Deliberate action beats waiting for motivation.
As a writer, I didn’t enjoy reading or writing much in my youth. Surprisingly, my inspiration for writing came from a different source.
It’s important to catch your ideas immediately, as even the best ones can easily slip away. Ideas require attention and respect to flourish.
This little pocket book has become an essential part of my life since last September. I carry it everywhere, jotting down notes, observations, and even drawing in it. It’s like an extension of my mind, and using a physical book feels more real to me than using my phone. It’s a unique and irreplaceable tool for sorting out my life.
Funny story: I had to go buy a mouthguard for my writing. That’s right, that’s how intense it is. No, but seriously, I’ve learned that I often clench my jaw while I’m writing. Normally this isn’t an issue, but I’m on day 9 days of writing 5,000 words a day. For reference, that means I…