Hi, SEers! Mae here with a simple---or maybe not so simple---question. Why do you write? What compels you to spend hours, days, weeks, months or more, crafting a single story? Why does the story form in your head to begin with? Is it birthed from characters who won’t leave you alone, or does it form … Continue reading Why Do You Write? #authors #writers
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Seven Encouraging Quotes
Hey, SE Readers. Joan with you today. The year is winding down and I’m still recovering from NaNoWriMo. More about that to come, but I will say I'm celebrating! Now back to the things at hand. One of the things I love about being a part of Story Empire is the opportunity to encourage other … Continue reading Seven Encouraging Quotes
Five Things Every Writer Should Have
Hello wonderful SEers! Mae here today with a Friday Five. I hope you enjoy my list of five things every writer should have in their arsenal. These may be abstract, but I think you'll recognize their importance: 1. Supportive Loved Ones Non-writers don’t often understand what authors go through. We seal ourselves away, hunched over … Continue reading Five Things Every Writer Should Have
How much is that Island? #thewritinglife
Not that long ago I went to a family reunion out of state. I saw relatives I hadn't seen in a while and many asked "how's the writing coming?" As authors there is so much we could reply to that, but no one wants to hear about the drudgery of making word count, wrangling plot … Continue reading How much is that Island? #thewritinglife
Friday Writing Question: If I couldn’t be a writer, I’d…
Happy Friday, SEers! You’re with Mae today and I’m breaking out a writing question to get some conversation going. This one isn’t about technique or promotion, but rethinking the writing life. We all know it’s a tough gig, not for the faint of heart. We’re in this because we love what we do, regardless of … Continue reading Friday Writing Question: If I couldn’t be a writer, I’d…
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