It's very difficult to write consistently every day. Like, very difficult. Sometimes, even writing the next 200 words to a story seems so overwhelming you just can't bring yourself to do it. Writing a story can be similar to writing a term paper in some ways. The actual act of writing it isn't incredibly difficult. The … Continue reading Consistent vs. Binge Writing
I've been in the market for designing a new cover for Taking Chances. Unfortunately, so many businesses charge exorbitant amounts for just the basic service. Of course, I understand things like this cost money, but if someone is looking to have a book cover designed it's because they're self-publishing. Big publishers have their own cover designers. … Continue reading Book Covers & Consistency
David made his way out onto the land that his family has owned for generations. His great-grandfather bought the fertile land back in 1890 and it has been the family farm ever since. Back then, the land was moist, soft, and dark. His great-grandfather decided to plant cotton on one side of the thirty acres … Continue reading “The Shepherd”
The black Mercedes-Benz sedan pulled into the last spot at the far end of the lot. The rest of the cars sleeping in the lot were dark and covered in a light mist, reflecting the golden streetlamps that overlooked the slick street. Damien slowly got out of his car. His worn dark dress shoes with … Continue reading “Strip”
All writers have a routine they use to boost their creativity, get the juices flowing, or to simply keep them writing consistently. Stephen King writes ten pages per day. James Joyce would write until he had the proper words, even if after a full day he only wrote one sentence. Ernest Hemingway would write 500 … Continue reading Writing Routines
Drew Schroeder 