By Susanna Loosier Thirty-seven steps. Maggie counted thirty-seven steps from her parking spot to the door of the grocery store. Odd numbers gave her anxiety, but she was about to be in her happy place so she shook it off. A long time ago Maggie decided to stop...
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First Meetings
By Hubert Du A Chinese saying goes like this,” If not fated, you are strangers when you meet. If fated, a thousand li is not too far to travel.” “Hi Phoenix, you sound depressed,” Henry messaged on BosomPal. “Are you OK? We have our own will to decide our own life.”...
The Stranger with the Familiar Eyes
By C. M. Machado The computer show-sale at the bustling convention center was what Angelia needed. That morning’s argument with her husband, Brent, had left her in an emotional maelstrom. Tuning in to the center's cacophony was the perfect venue to drown her thoughts....
The Coffee Spill
By Kayla Tronvold One cup flies through the air. The other merely jolts in her hand and spews its contents onto his navy suit. “Dammit! What is wrong with you?” he shouts. “Excuse you. What is wrong with me? You’re the one who turned around and collided into me. I...
The Poet’s Muse
By Antonia Papadopoulos Part 1: The Encounter Devil: “Let the poet come forth, Take that devious grin off your face that marks the hour of my return; Like lulling children to sleep with their soft skin bathing in the moonlight, You lure young and beautiful creatures...
My Superhero Self
By Anna Savastano Storytellers often describe the superhero as one with extraordinary abilities dressed in capes and tights just like Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman. Let me shed some light on this somewhat myth. Most of the superhero population wears everyday...
How to Get a Literary Agent (When You’re a Newbie)
Most everyone seeking traditional publication would love a well-known literary agent. Someone big, who can get you a huge advance on your book(s) and negotiate an iron-clad contract in your best interest.
However, I learned a valuable lesson from my own experience. When querying agents, keep in mind…
4 Essential Tips On Writing Young Adult Fiction
Young Adult fiction, or YA, is one of the most vibrant, fun, emotionally engaging genres out there.
Young Adult explores topics many genres won’t touch; it joins on the journey of personal growth and Bildungsroman (read: “coming of age”) that we all struggle through. It doesn’t hurt that it also sells like hotcakes, movie deals included.
Do you want to write Young Adult fiction? Well, there is no magic formula, but that’s the bad news. The good news is I’m going to share four effective tips on writing Young Adult fiction to make your story more successful and relatable.
Labor Day Writing Prompt
In honor of Labor Day, take fifteen minutes to write about an American worker.
This Simple Writing Habit Changed My Life
I’m often asked,”How did you become a writer? Did you always dream about being a writer as a kid? How did you actually make it happen?”
If you’ve ever wanted to become a writer, today I want to share my personal experience of becoming a writer. I especially want to explore the writing habits I had to develop to become a professional writer. The most important habit required of a writer might surprise you.
