Words are more than just a vehicle for our stories. They're a writer’s medium. We paint with prose and sculpt with sentences. Language is like some ancient, malleable magic we channel into an infinite number of spells. It sets scenes, establishes character, and conveys action. But a true mage goes beyond these essential functions. The right words can evoke sensory experiences,... Continue Reading →
Top Five Wednesday: Books For Which I’m Thankful
Yes, I restructured the original wording of the challenge to avoid ending the sentence with a preposition. I’m thankful for grammar, okay? The Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins. As discussed in last week’s T5W post, this book reignited my love of YA fiction and got me writing again. (Hopefully none of you have to play... Continue Reading →