Contributed by Tina Holland: At first glance, books might not seem connected to the theme of growth, but for avid readers, they are essential. Any book lover is loath to admit to their ever-expanding collection in a world that encourages … Continue reading →
Contributed by Tina Holland. Are you celebrating your wins? If not, you need to. In times of renewal, especially when we are forming positive habits we need to celebrate winning. It doesn’t have to be something elaborate, it just needs … Continue reading →
Contributed by Tina Holland. QUIT – I know that doesn’t sound like a very positive word in month full of posts about Inspiration and Renewal. But it is an important step. I’ve been reading a lot of books about time … Continue reading →
Contributed by Tina Holland. It seems strange to look for a muse in the modern age. I have an elderly dog that wants to hang out with me when I write. His name is Kaiser and he’s a chocolate lab. … Continue reading →
Contributed by Tina Holland. Create – It always brings the image of something new and fresh. That image holds for the story as well. I have always found the early stages of writing the most exciting. Spending time with my … Continue reading →
Contributed by Tina Holland. I have a visceral reaction to the word Organization. I both love and hate it. I love when each item in my house has its own spot on a shelf, in a drawer, on a hangar … Continue reading →
Contributed by Tina Holland. On Monday I talked about getting from Idea to “The End” of your story. Today I want to talk about Editing or as is sometimes referred to as Killing your Darlings. Killing your darlings is a … Continue reading →
Contributed by Tina Holland. There are many ways to take your IDEA to a finished short story, novella or novel. Some work better than others, but that depends on the writer and their strengths and weaknesses. If you’ve been writing … Continue reading →
Contributed by Tina Holland. As I write this in my state, ND is expected to lift the quarantine ban on May 1st. Given everything, I’m doubtful this will be the case. I guess I will find out the next time … Continue reading →
Contributed by Tina Holland. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, or so the saying goes. I suspect beauty can be found in our hearing, touch and taste as well. It can be hard to find the beauty when … Continue reading →