by Kayleigh | Jan 19, 2024 | Writing Tips
Mentor texts can be a great way to study rhythm and style within a beloved novel. (See my previous tip on using mentor texts.) They can also help writers who struggle with dialogue to learn the art of conversation within a story. Often a newer writer (or even an... by Kayleigh | Dec 8, 2023 | Editing Tips
The question may come across as harsh, but it’s one of the simplest ways to decide if elements within your story are working for it, against it, or if (worst case scenario) they’re doing nothing at all. Ask (and be honest with) yourself: Is this information that we... by Kayleigh | Nov 24, 2023 | Publishing Tips
If you’re planning to query, don’t do so with your first or second draft—and especially not with that rough draft you’re hoping to finish (or have finished) as part of this month’s writers’ contest. (Given the recent issues that have arisen, I won’t be naming it but... by Kayleigh | Nov 17, 2023 | Writing Tips
Do you worry that your writing sounds robotic or monotonous? Sometimes when we’re learning to write or rushing to capture a scene on paper, we fall into repetitive structures that result in writing that is—sorry!—boring. While it’s true that some... by Kayleigh | Nov 10, 2023 | Editing Tips, Writing Tips
Murray’s quote is one that’s commonly referenced (sometimes stated as “writing is revising” or some other variation). However you’ve heard them said, these are three simple words of hard truth. While everyone has their own process, the...
