Tag Archives: Writing
Sticking to It
I’m currently in the middle of a writing project that I’ve been working on for maybe three or four months. The first draft is done, and I’m over halfway through the second draft. But it’s beginning to feel like that project that just won’t die. Sometimes, I just want to write whatever ending comes to mind and be done with … Continue reading
Creativity in the Middle of the Holidays
So, it’s the holidays, and creative types have two options: either put everything on hold or sneak in small amounts of time to work on that favorite project. I chose the creatively responsible thing to do and decided to put all of my infrequent exercising on hold to allow for more creative time. Yes, I will pay for that decision … Continue reading
Websites for the Sci-Fi / Fantasy Writer
In my effort to be more “online social” in the course of the next year, I came across a couple of interesting websites. One site provides a service that any writer holds invaluable: someone to actually read and critique your stories. The other site provides an interesting little online application for all of you visual thinkers out there. Critters.org – … Continue reading
Executive Decision
An executive on the run from the law has to make some new friends if she is going to avoid the authorities. Sci-Fi Corporate Crime. With their pulses pounding in their ears, Madeleine and the stranger ran. They were ill prepared for a sport of such vigor, but the threat of pursuit overrode their former agendas. The business woman and … Continue reading
Writing Vs. Editing – A Revelation
When I first started writing, I feared the editing process above all else. No, not feared… dreaded. I dreaded the idea of going back to work on a story that was already done. This story was complete, and it was time to move on to the next one. I couldn’t really keep my creative flow going if I spent all … Continue reading
Freestyle #4: Here Comes the Sun
“Oh, great. It’s my turn to go out for beer, isn’t it?” “Rotation comes around at some point,” Hank replied. “Yeah, yeah. Where’s the photon spear?” I asked. “Over by the fridge. Same place as always.” “All right. What spots are left for drinks in this town?” Just recently, things changed quite a bit. Numerous computer and technology companies had … Continue reading
Freestyle #2: Never Going Back
Today’s inspiration for writing comes from the Deviant Art profile of Andree Wallin. This guy’s got some amazing stuff in there, and you should definitely check it out. Soldiers speed by *AndreeWallin on deviantART Never Going Back I peek around the corner, trying to size up the situation. Dammit. Two soldiers, both carrying full-auto weaponry. But it’s the only way … Continue reading
Freestyle #1: Only Time Will Tell
I wanted to try something new this week, so I am starting a series of free writing in response to various pieces of art that impact me. They may actually form a complete narrative at times, or they may only be descriptions. By clicking on the art itself, you can see it on its original page and in its full … Continue reading
