Sometimes what the critics say doesn’t matter, but it’s still interesting to compare views — yours and theirs.
What the critics said about the National Book Award finalists | Entertain This!
Tag: craft
Book seers
For writers, the question is never resolved, is it? Do you plot or do you start filling pages until a project is done? Which is the better approach?
Obviously there is no right answer.
But, here’s another installment in the debate. See if any of the suggestions helps you through one of your projects.
To Pants or To Plot, That is the Question. Or is it? | writingwenches
http://writingwenches.com/2014/09/08/to-pants-or-to-plot-that-is-the-question-or-is-it/
Commas, etc.
In my work, I deal with several writers who speak — and write in — multiple languages. And that pesky comma shows up all over the place. But for the publications I work for — all intended for US audiences — I default to US grammar and punctuation rules. Here are a few reminders.
TED-Ed Blog» Blog Archive » Be a better writer in 15 minutes: 4 TED-Ed lessons on grammar and word choice
Back to school
Have you been thinking about getting formal training in the craft of writing? The Association of Writers & Writing Programs has a guide to help you find the right place to reach your goals.
Six tips
Larry Brooks, who has held several jobs he didn’t like much, finally found his niche. He started writing books about people who hated their jobs.
He shares six tips he’s learned about successful writers.
sharon p. lynn 