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Making time to write

Posted on June 20, 2018June 14, 2020 by Sophie

They say if you need something done, give it to a busy person. There are, I think, two types of “busy person”. One is the type who makes sure they stay busy; they always have three things on the go, … Continue reading »Making time to write

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The distant lighthouses of ideas

Posted on September 20, 2017June 14, 2020 by Sophie

We’re sliding through to the last third of September already, and that means several things. First, it means I have an essay due pretty soon and a lot of history readings I haven’t done yet. Eep. Second, it means NaNoWriMo … Continue reading »The distant lighthouses of ideas

Categories: On Writing

The Revolution Will Be Recorded In Stream-Of-Consciousness Poetry

Posted on August 17, 2017June 14, 2020 by Sophie

I got a tickle in my throat on Saturday, and ever since I have been on guard for the threat of an incoming cold. Apparently this one is going around, and it’s a slow-burn illness that’s a pain in the … Continue reading »The Revolution Will Be Recorded In Stream-Of-Consciousness Poetry

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How Fanfiction Taught Me About My Writing

Posted on August 5, 2017June 14, 2020 by Sophie

I was talking the other day about spending too much time lately writing a fanfiction. (It’s Fallout, if you must know. And no, you can’t read it.) I was feeling bad about spending all these hours cranking out words for … Continue reading »How Fanfiction Taught Me About My Writing

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Currently – July 2017 Edition and August Goals

Posted on August 2, 2017June 14, 2020 by Sophie

I blanked on you the last week or so of July, and didn’t even notice that Saturday was my day for the Currently post. My bad. So this is a combination post, a complete July wrap-up and a goal post … Continue reading »Currently – July 2017 Edition and August Goals

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The Fuck-Spiral

Posted on July 16, 2017February 6, 2019 by Sophie

Ever had one of those moments of self-doubt? Today it started browsing Twitter. Someone was talking about book promotion, the ups and downs of self-promotion vs. publisher promotion. Self-doubt came up behind me, slapped a hand across my mouth, and … Continue reading »The Fuck-Spiral

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Uphill Grind

Posted on July 12, 2017February 6, 2019 by Sophie

Look at me, getting another blog post written on the right day like some kind of competent motherfucker. Little do they know I’m pulling things out of the ether at 9pm on a Wednesday with no plan! So anyway, read … Continue reading »Uphill Grind

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From now on, no more blogging after midnight

Posted on July 2, 2017February 6, 2019 by Sophie

So I’m stealing an idea from Drew over at House Valerius and sort of outlining my writing goals for the month. I’ve probably done something similar before, immediately forgotten about it, and failed miserably. So, it remains to be seen … Continue reading »From now on, no more blogging after midnight

Categories: On Writing

Killing Your Darlings

Posted on June 8, 2017February 6, 2019 by Sophie

No, it’s not about torturing your characters. (Although that’s fun, too.) I have a story, and I keep adding new scenes to it. It’s currently around 5,000 words long, with the potential to grow further. The two new scenes are … Continue reading »Killing Your Darlings

Categories: On Writing

Wants and Needs

Posted on May 13, 2017February 6, 2019 by Sophie

I’m trying to get back into the daily writing flow. It’s surprising what you can do with 30 minutes, you know? Even 15 can get you started. And getting started is the important part. Once I hit my stride, I … Continue reading »Wants and Needs

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