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intopandorasbox:amandaonwriting:Words that describe a...

intopandorasbox:

amandaonwriting:

Words that describe a voice

Here are some great voice words for when you can hear something in your head and just can’t think of the best way to describe it! 

Remember too to make sure the dialogue holds its own - these are great words but make sure the actual speech matches the way it’s said.

amandaonwriting:The Treehouse: Reading LoftAnother perfect...

amandaonwriting:

The Treehouse: Reading Loft

Another perfect spot to read - I imagine myself with my three children cuddled up reading THREE BEARS IN A BOAT….

Ah, a perfect way to spend time. Snow on the ground and a great...

Ah, a perfect way to spend time. Snow on the ground and a great book….

"Writing is a job. Some days you don’t feel like doing your job. But here’s no “teacher’s block” or..."

“Writing is a job. Some days you don’t feel like doing your job. But here’s no “teacher’s block” or “dentist’s block.” I cannot figure out why we have created this mysterious phrase only for writers.”

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Lois Lowry (via promptly-written)

Very true!

yeahwrite:Back to school & work everybody!

yeahwrite:

Back to school & work everybody!

Should You Pay To Submit Your Work To Lit Mags?

Should You Pay To Submit Your Work To Lit Mags?:

Useful advice and information:

writersrelief:

As you prepare your writing submissions for literary journals, you should also be prepared to take out your wallet as well. To the chagrin of most writers, more and more literary journals are charging administrative fees for online submissions. And let’s face facts: Since most authors receive many more rejections than acceptances from journals—are writers basically paying for the opportunity to be turned down?

Here’s why literary journals are asking you to hand over your hard-earned cash.

Ah, writer offices… where do you work? Is it beautiful?...

Ah, writer offices… where do you work? Is it beautiful? Does it need to be?

Use this image to inspire a story, poem or personal essay. Think...

Use this image to inspire a story, poem or personal essay. Think about what the character is thinking or feeling - think about who is watching him. Is anyone?

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amandaonwriting:Bookish Staircase

amandaonwriting:

Bookish Staircase