The First Hint… As I Peel Open My Brain!

The leader of the Raccoon Resistence

Alrighty then! Today let’s peel open my brain and poke around at the nuts and bolts of writing.

As you should hope, I feel like I’ve learned a great deal about the craft since Plague Year. All writers have their particular habits and tendencies. It’s from these strengths (and weaknesses) that style and “voice” emerge.

When I’m creating my first draft, I try not to worry about every particular word choice. That comes later. Back in the day, though, I obsessed...