Writing Lessons & Advice: Tone
Have you ever been told to watch your tone during a conversation? A combination of your voice, emotions, and attitude may have gotten...
Writing Lessons & Advice: Synonyms
Sauces, spices, and seasonings contribute to the flavor of a lot of prepared food. Sometimes they define the entrée, like teriyaki...
Writing Lessons & Advice: Double-Negatives
This lesson will be running shortly before my second wedding anniversary! In honor of another wonderful milestone, I’m again drawing...
Writing Lessons & Advice: Word Count for Stories
A well-rounded story has characters, plot, setting, and theme. Without these, a story falls flat. Additionally, a story can be defined by...
Writing Lessons & Advice: Confusing Words
Lately, I’ve been practicing cooking pancakes. I’ve learned that cooking them on my mini-griddle makes them really thick but not done in...
Writing Lessons & Advice: Poetry
Poetry is a blend of art and written or spoken word. It’s often evocative; centered on strong images, memories, or feelings. In the...
Writing Lessons & Advice: My Recipe for Good Writing
For my first Lessons & Advice post, I'm reviving some notes from an old lesson I wrote during my time in education. I taught a middle...
