by Sandra Smith | Aug 2, 2021 | tips for writers
Here’s a quote I can relate to:“We’re all there trying to make the story, novel, or chapter as good as it can be. It’s a constant struggle to get it down, get it clear, and understand that your intentions are the same, whether you’re an undergraduate writing a short...
by Sandra Smith | Aug 2, 2021 | Advice for writers from writers
Many writers wonder what the secret of short-story writing was for all those who have successfully written them.“I’ll give you the sole secret of short-story writing, and here it is: Rule 1. Write stories that please yourself. There is no rule 2. The technical points...
by Sandra Smith | Aug 2, 2021 | tips for writers
Perseverance and Making TimeWriting requires a number of skills. Many beginning writers may imagine that one or two of those skills will be the keys to success. A natural way with words or storytelling or perhaps a knack for meeting people and making the right...