The Value of a Critique Group
Every year I attend a writing course (or three) to hone my skills and glean from other writers. In 2011, I took a deep breath and joined a critique group.…
A Glimmer of Hope from Useful Feedback
Feedback is a precious thing, and yesterday I received the best kind–the useful kind, where my work was systematically analysed and marked against a criteria sheet by a published author.…
Writing and “Flow”
Wednesdays are my day off, when, supposedly, I set aside time to write. Typically, the day off from counselling usually morphs into a day on as cleaner, chauffeur, and girl-friday.…
Writing as a Character Building Exercise
All writers expect knock-backs. We know it comes with the territory; it’s part of the game. You send stuff out and even though the hope for a “Yes please!” burns…
A Rare Thrill
A few days ago, I asked a friend to read my newest short story, Empty Nest, which she did gladly. It is a rare thing for a writer to be…
