It’s the start of a new year, a time where there’s pressure to feel inspired, positive, and full of hope. Of course, the start of a new decade represents a fantastic opportunity. We can do things differently and pursue our author goals with a new sense of vigor and purpose. But what if you’re not in that state of mind? Sometimes, it can be awkward to admit we’re … [Read more...]
Meet Me at Inspiration Point
Inspiration for writers is everywhere I learned that fact in a story development class in college. Our professor, a former development executive for a film studio, gave us an assignment: read through the latest news and choose one story to use as a springboard for a five-page synopsis. Only one? I found at least fifty. Dear Abby letters provided ideas for melodramas and … [Read more...]