I first posted this fabulous list of Henry Miller’s about a year ago and I still think his advice is just wonderful. It is the end of 2012 and while I loathe to add another “list” to everyone’s “to-read” pile, this one seems to be timeless and worth revisiting: In this age of multi-tasking and […]
Remembering to Love the one you’re with: by Devi Laskar Read More »
Let’s face it, being a shy writer doesn’t work that well these days what with the world of Twitter, Face Book, and blogs. I’m more exposed as a writer than any other job that I’ve had. Different versions of me (aging me) over the past six years are documented on my blog. My kids’ pictures are
Moving beyond embarrassment: (Guest Blog) by Thais Derich Read More »
Let’s talk about the things that help you write. A room of your own, or at least part of a study table where you can plunk down your stuff and get some work done. A comfortable chair, or at least some place to sit, and park your body while you daydream and use your mind.
Not a Crutch, but a Ladder: by Devi Laskar Read More »
In 2012 I completed a first draft of my novel Walnut. It’s a better draft than I would have finished in NaNoWriMo as I spent ten months doing it, not thirty days. I have been working on this novel for about nine years, so this accomplishment is something to celebrate. My success in this tiny
Finding My Way: (Guest Blog) by Amy Truncale Read More »
1) Write where you love. People both repeat and refute the expression, Write what you know. But start by choosing or creating a place that you love to write in. It doesn’t have to be fancy. I love my local cafe–the steamy warmth, the strangers, the art, the tea. 2) Write what you see, around
5 Important Ways to Say Yes While You Write: by Elizabeth Stark Read More »
In case you missed the news, Jazz great Dave Brubeck died Wednesday morning, one day short of his 92nd birthday. Brubeck was a jazz master and was the composer of the most famous modern jazz song: “Take Five.” Here is a video of him performing it live 46 years ago. This song remains one of
Taking Five: by Devi Laskar Read More »
I read a lovely opinion piece by Silas House in the New York Times online where he discusses the definition of what it means to be a writer every day while also being a spouse, an employee, a parent, and a caregiver. I would add to that list chauffeur and maid and gardener and cook
Every second, every minute: By Devi Laskar (with thanks to Silas House) Read More »
As I write this technical blog post, I can’t help but think back to my days working as a technical writer. After some unfortunate childcare situations, which I write about in my upcoming book “First Do No Harm: A Memoir,” I decided to stay home and take care of the kids full-time. Now I’m still
The Art of Merging: (Guest Blog) by Thais Derich Read More »
Happy December! Today I want to talk with you about clownfish. Clownfish? Yes, like Nemo, with orange and white stripes. According to one of my kids’ books, clownfish live in sea anemones (which I still want to spell as if I were five, with consonants reversed). Each fish goes through a process of exposing itself
5 Writing Secrets of the Clownfish and Sea Anemone: by Elizabeth Stark Read More »
The most dangerous thing I can do today is offer you praise. Yes, you’ve just worked off your tailbone and you have pages and pages to show for it. NaNoWriMo, whether you’ve followed the estimated 1667 words per day or created your own personal goals for the month, is over. And I really want to
The most dangerous thing: by Devi Laskar Read More »
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