How do you use symbolism? Take a quick look at how motifs can reinforce theme and convey hidden meaning.
Category: writing
Parts of the Writing Process
What are the parts of the writing process? From drafting to publishing there are many steps to writing 'the end.'
Updated: Writing Commitments
When I first wrote about writing commitments, I brought up the point that writing every day is not something that works a hundred percent of the time. As I start and try to get myself back into posting more consistently, I find that still holds true for the most part. Numerous reasons work against writing… Continue reading Updated: Writing Commitments
Exercise: Creating Heroes
Pre-pandemic when thinking of heroes it wasn’t unusual to think of doctors, nurses, first responders and military personnel as heroes. If anything, Covid made us aware of the fact that there are more heroes around us than we can ever count. Heroes very genuinely can be found in every facet of life. That brings up… Continue reading Exercise: Creating Heroes
On Obstacles
Every so often, things simply go wrong. It’s a fact of life. No matter how well prepared you are, sometimes things don’t go the way they were supposed to. The best laid plans of mice and men and all that. To illustrate and get into the idea behind the post, allow me to explain. Last… Continue reading On Obstacles