LitFriends
LitFriends Join the thinkers and writers who make meaning from life events and care about critical thinking and authencitiy. Ready to join the conversation? Join LitFriends (no charge) Click … Read more
Craft of Writing
Pantser or Plotter
Pantser or Plotter? Finding the Sweet Spot Between Spontaneity and Structure in Creative Writing Some writers meticulously plan every step of their story before typing a single sentence, earning … Read more
‘Remarkably Bright Creatures’ and Lessons about Characterization
Writing a Memoir: What Remarkably Bright Creatures Can Teach Us About Characters That Engage Readers Buy at Amazon: Click Here In memoir writing, crafting compelling characters is an essential skill. While … Read more
WRITE OPINION
Your Voice Matters: WHY YOU SHOULD WRITE OPINION PIECES Write opinion pieces, because thoughtful, human communications are more crucial than ever. Our nation is divided. Strong voices tell you … Read more
The Literary Memoir
Make Lasting Meaning From Your Life Write a Literary Memoir The Art of the Literary Memoir: Storytelling for Troubled Times The literary memoir serves as an amalgam of personal … Read more
Three-Act Structure in Memoir Writing
Three-Act Structure in Memoir Writing: Your Life Story Becomes Resonant Art Use the three-act structure in memoir to transform personal experiences into a universally resonant story. The timeless three-act … Read more
Multiple Perspectives in Memoirs
Balancing Perspectives in Memoirs: Navigating Multiple Points of View Balancing perspectives in memoir is essential to capturing the essence of truth and personal experience. This can be a delicate … Read more
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Video Essay
(opens in new tab) Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Video Essay on Hate Arnold Schwarzenegger’s video essay: A Recorded Personal Essay This video essay by Arnold Schwarzenegger startled me. As an admirer … Read more
Create a Family Cookbook
Create a Family Cookbook Turning Memories Into Tangible Treasures Create a family cookbook to celebrate your personal history. You’ve shared meals and memories, and that deserve to be preserved. … Read more
Keep Writing
Keep Writing: Conquer these Five Momentum Stoppers Writing can be profoundly fulfilling, yet many writers find themselves stuck, unable to translate their ideas into words. You can break free … Read more