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Author: Gear and Pen
“What is a Picture Worth?” Or “Illustration Woes”
Let’s face it, we are not all Bob Ross. Even if we can visualize the scene our words suggest, it doesn’t mean we can take that scene from our minds and put it onto paper in the form of an illustration unless we are some of those multi-talented creatives. Odds are, we won’t do so […]
“Here we go ‘round the mulberry bush” or “My different writing trials pt.2”
In one of my previous posts, I said that I have two other books that I consider “properly in the works.” This post is to follow up on that concept. Hold on to your hats. Let me start with the children’s book first. I have a full concept and a basic plot. All I have […]
“Learning and Resources” or “I know nothing, nothing, nothing.”
I can hear it now. “Just do it” This is what I told as I tried to accomplish, not just in writing but in life in general. This came from people I asked for advice, steps, and best practices. How do I do it without falling flat on my face and not knowing why? The […]
Happy Villaintines: Give Your Villain Some Love.
How much work do we give to the protagonist or hero? “A lot, duh.” You say? “The hero is who the story is about.”That is what I would have said not too long ago. If everyone else is a supporting character to the hero or protagonist, then I should give the most attention and character […]
“Sweat it Out and Don’t Sweat it” or “Writing Exercises.”
I’m pretty sure I’m not the only one. Writing exercises have, for years, simply annoyed me; annoyed me, made me a little angry, and felt useless. What was the point? I wasn’t writing something I would actually use. It felt like the people giving me the writing exercises were just playing games with me. Who […]
“Here we go ‘round the mulberry bush” or “My different writing trials pt.1”
In some of my posts, I have mentioned books that I am currently working on. I have decided to write about these books in a little more detail rather than generally. I have heard that some people enjoy this, and I personally think it might help people to see how the process works or doesn’t […]
“Opportunities and Obstacles.” or “Perfectionism.”
Perfectionism can be a great benefit and a great trial at any given time. Writing and illustrations are no exceptions. I read and reread the text of my written works trying to make sure the story is conveyed clearly, that punctuation is correct, that the story flows, that the characters are acting in character, that . […]
“Evil Schemes” or “About Plotting and Worldbuilding: Non-Technical Overview.”
What goes into creating the world in which a story takes place? I’m not going to go into technical descriptions. I will not be using precise methods or terminology. I want this to be as simple as possible for those who like things to come as they come and write as the inspiration hits them. […]
“Fairy Tales and Horror Stories” or “What’s your success?” Pt. 3 “Reality and success.”
You have heard about the horror stories and the fairy tales in Part 1 and Part 2 of this three part series. Now, let’s cover more about the truth and about success. So… horror stories or fairy tales? Both can be true. Both can be false. Where does the majority of truth fall? I have […]