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Everything I need to know about Styling, I learned from LuLu
Picture credit: http://etc.usf.edu/clipart/18900/18980/book_18980.htm Okay, okay, so my title is a bit of an exaggeration. Here’s the story: I get lots of questions from new writers about how to...
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Seeing the world through a writer’s eyes
I’ve been thinking a little bit more about my theme of a couple posts ago, “how to be funny.” A good jester will find humor in any situation, not just those that are obviously funny. One of the steps...
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Grabbing those lemons and making lemonade
If your day includes some of these, it’s time to find a pitcher, some water and sugar. About 9 months ago, I went on vacation. Vacations are unusual for the Klempner family, and I really enjoyed the...
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Megillat Esther through the eyes of a 21st century writer, or It’s okay if...
This year, in preparation for Purim, I’ve been rereading the megillah at a class given by my LOR (local Orthodox rabbi). Of course, it’s not the first time I’ve read The Book of Esther, as it’s called...
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Two writing-themed reads: Wired for Story and This is the Story of a Happy...
Neuropsychology might be a writer’s best friend. I recently read two relatively new books about writing that I found very useful, and thought I’d share them with you. Wired for Story My best friend...
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Whoops! Missed my Wednesday post.
Ack! I’ve been trying to post weekly on Wednesdays, and I completely spaced this week. (I’ve got a good excuse – all my kids are on vacation.) Anyway, I’m taking a moment to write something now, before...
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Writing Groups Run for Pay Are Useful…But Not the Same as No-Fee Writing Groups
After last week’s post, in which I explained how to set up and run writing critique groups and manuscript swaps, I got some feedback, and I’d like to address one of the issues that came up. What to...
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