Everyone has secrets, but some more than others. Give a character a dark secret and suddenly they become much more interesting. Use this secret to heighten the suspense in your story. Keep the mystery alive until the very end. Read More
Category: On My Mind
On My Mind has various topics that cross our mind and makes us wonder. We think that these random thoughts are worth sharing or to talk about.
On My Mind: Why I like ‘Small Town’ Stories
‘Small Towns’ are the perfect setting for a story and many writers create their own town for their mysteries, romances and adventures. This week Tessa explains why she likes stories set in small towns so much, no matter what the genre is. Read More
On My Mind: Evaluating Writing Habits
Tessa reflects on a month of writing daily. She’s learned what she should do and shouldn’t do. Read More
On My Mind: NaNoWriMo Urgency
This week Tessa talks about the urgency of finishing that first draft. That means there are something you can’t do, like editing. Read More
On My Mind: Embarrassing Inspiration
Today, Raven fires off a quick stream of consciousness about being inspired by things that might draw scorn (or worse). Read More
On My Mind: Going On An Adventure
A few years ago, when I started getting serious about writing, I wanted to read more about writing. Many writers have a recommended reading list for new and aspiring writers. Stephen King’s On Writing is on all of those lists. Most of them have Ann Lamott’s Bird By Bird. And let’s not forget Elements Of Read More
On My Mind: Taking On 101 Goals
It’s the first of september and for years this period marked a new academic or school year. It’s been six years and I miss it. I was the kid who longed to be back in school and who would still be a student of time and money allowed it. Instead I have to find my own challenges. I’ve created a list of 101 goals to complete in 1001 days, that is my challenge for the next three years. Read More
On My Mind: The Importance Of Self-Care
There is one thing you can’t do without: your health. Listen to your body and know when to take a break. No shame in taking care of yourself. Read More
On My Mind: On The Move
Raven sometimes has to travel a lot, and today he talks a little about how he stays productive on the move and touches on the most terrible amount of time to wait for anything. Read More
On My Mind: Commitment And Support
Some elements are true for your private and professional life. Tessa got married this week and talks about the things marriage has in common with writing Read More