I’m sure you learned years ago in grade school about the basics of a story, including things like characters, setting, and plot. But what does having a great plot do for you and your story? It sets the foundation for your story, it gives your characters purpose because things keep happening to them, and even... Continue Reading →
Creating Strong Characters
It's essential to write great characters so that you can write an even greater story. When you’re writing your story, it’s generally centered around a who, since that is the perspective the story is told. Whether it’s first, second, or third person, there are characters involved in the story and making them strong and developed... Continue Reading →
How To Stay Motivated
It is very easy to veer off course when you’re on your very specific track of getting your writing done. Writing is not an easy task, and it’s very important to remember WHY it is you’re writing in order to make it to the finish line. Writing looks different for everyone, so everyone’s process is... Continue Reading →
Holiday Gift Ideas For A Writer
Regardless of what you celebrate this holiday season, you can find the perfect gift for your writer here! Thanksgiving has come and gone and while most people are stuffed with turkey and sweet potato casserole, you’re worrying about gifts for the holidays. It can be especially hard to shop for a writer because… what else... Continue Reading →
Good Writers Write. Great Writers Write AND Read.
It’s no surprise that in order to be a writer, you have to… you know…write. One of the most effective ways to increase the level of your writing is if you actually read. Read things that you enjoy, that excite you, and teach you new things. I’m not asking you to read Lord of the... Continue Reading →
Writing Resource Review: NaNoWriMo
Following through with writing a Novel is one of the hardest things a beginner writer, or any writer, will do. Writing Resource Review: NaNoWriMo Aside from giving you my tips and tricks on how to improve your writing, I am going to review some resources that may be helpful to you with your writing improvement!... Continue Reading →
Finding Your Purpose
What drives you to write? Why are you writing? If you’re reading this post, most likely you enjoy writing of some form. What is it that you like about writing? What pulled you towards writing? What are you hoping to get out of writing? Is it a stress reliever for you, or is it for... Continue Reading →
How to Choose a Writing Topic
If you're here and you love to write, you're already a writer. Hi there, and welcome to my very first blogpost! As mentioned before in my About Me, I will be giving you tools as a new writer to help provide insight, spark inspiration, and hopefully, improve your overall writing! I may be a novice... Continue Reading →
About Me
Who I am & What I'm Doing. Hi I'm Kelsey! I am here to share all of my knowledge on writing! I am a seriously passionate novice writer. I am contuing to learn more and more about ways to improve writing overall, and everything I learn, I will share here for all to see! Feel... Continue Reading →