Category Archives: Practical Advice
The Journey Will Be Worth It, by Laura Marinakos
I have long been a fan of picture books, and if possible, I would spend a significant amount of time reading them. Instead, I find myself grasping at those few minutes of the day where I can cuddle with my … Continue reading
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Tagged Anne Marie Pace, inspiration, Laura Marinakos, motivation, Pigloo, writer's life
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Five Tips for Writing Realistic Dialogue in Young Adult Fiction, by Lori Ann Palma
In the coming weeks, Lindsay and Lori Ann will be sharing their favorite posts from the past. This post originally appeared in March 2015. Most writers will tell you that good fiction is all about the show, not about the … Continue reading
Practical Advice: Getting Beyond the Middle of a Draft, by Lori Ann Palma
In my past blog posts for Eastern Penn Points, I’ve talked about fear as an obstacle to writing, and while this struggle is still high on the list of creative troubles, it isn’t the only concern. After attending the recent … Continue reading
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Tagged lori ann palma, rough draft, writing advice, writing fiction
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Writerly Advice—Get Involved, by Eva Polites
Writing is solitary, and after a while, loneliness and doubt may set in and lead to a slump. To overcome this obstacle, I recommend joining a writing group such as our very own SCBWI. As a member, you can get … Continue reading
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Tagged critique groups, Eva Polites, How Writers Write Fiction, Massive Online Open Courses, MOOC, online courses for writers, SCBWI, The University of Iowa International Writing Program, workshops, writing, writing advice, Writing Resources
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A Newb Hoping To Give a Little/Get a Little (Advice, I Mean), by Joanne Vencius
I’m a newb (a newbie). I’m not new to writing—I have a 20-year career in corporate marketing communications, but the idea of me writing for children is only a little over a year old. One night in my sleep, I … Continue reading
Second Career Writer, Part 2: Revising Life, by Kristen C. Strocchia
While my Time Ferrets Anonymous post championed making the most of every moment for moving a writing career forward, there’s something to be said for revising life. While it’s generally a New Year tradition to make positive changes, why not … Continue reading
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Tagged Kristen C. Strocchia, revision strategies, writing, writing advice
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Second Career Writer, Part 1: Time Ferrets Anonymous, by Kristen C. Strocchia
Overloaded? Overwhelmed? Voices screaming inside your head demanding to be written while actual voices scream outside your head demanding to be taken care of? I know the feeling. By summer, I fancy myself a full time writer, but the other … Continue reading
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Tagged Kristen C. Strocchia, writing, writing advice, writing time
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