“Burst”
Writing fits and starts,
a cobbling of narration
in quiet moments.
Steve D
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The NaNoWriMo Plan, 2020 Edition
It’s kind of ridiculous to think that I’ve participated in National Novel Writing Month each year since 2014. Only once have I achieved writing 50,000 words in one month, but I can’t not participate, even if it’s a last-second decision.
This year was another last-second decision, but I’m excited. Continue reading “The NaNoWriMo Plan, 2020 Edition”
Haiku Sunday – Head
“Head”
Clock out, empty mind,
only to fill up again
come Monday morning.
Steve D
3 Tips for Writing Snappy Dialogue
The more I write, the more I find I enjoy writing dialogue. The interplay of characters can be really engaging and tends to liven up the story — and the writing process — for me.
However, it can still be a challenge to write dialogue that is both meaningful and compelling. As a reader, dialogue that drones on is somehow worse than long stretches of exposition. So I just wanted to provide a few tips for writing snappy dialogue that moves the story forward and keeps the reader interested. Continue reading “3 Tips for Writing Snappy Dialogue”
Haiku Sunday – Conflict
“Conflict”
Finding the conflict
reveals the story’s heartbeat.
Follow the rhythm.
Steve D
#Review AGENT 355 – Revolutionary spies and one remarkable woman
Another Audible Original short story!
I recently listened to “Agent 355” by Marie Benedict, the fictionalized story of a New York woman who became an integral part of General Washington’s famed spy ring in and around New York and Long Island. I liked it! Continue reading “#Review AGENT 355 – Revolutionary spies and one remarkable woman”
Haiku Sunday – Success
“Success”
Achieving greatness
for the story envisioned,
not that expected.
Steve D
October Write Day: Non-Writing Progress
Well, autumn is officially here, and we’re into the final stretch for all goals 2020. September was a bit of a crazy month for me, mostly because of a couple work weeks with longer hours than usual. Continue reading “October Write Day: Non-Writing Progress”
Haiku Sunday – Beach
“Beach”
Castles in the sand
destroyed immediately
by curious hands.
Steve D
Finding Inspiration and Running with It
Do you ever find something online that just sticks with you? It could be an article, a tweet, or just a meme. Maybe it was funny or heartwarming or even triggered a negative emotion, but something about it just wouldn’t let you go? Continue reading “Finding Inspiration and Running with It”
Evening Satellite Publishing 