Random Ramblings

Criticism in Writing

It’s turning out to be one of those bleak and rainy days, a great day for reflecting.  I was thinking about a writer’s voice, or more importantly, MY writing voice.  I am in awe of writer’s who can take their readers into the worlds they have created inside of their heads.  The words may have… Continue reading Criticism in Writing

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Vampires as Minorities

My son made an interesting remark this morning, nothing original exactly, but I found it profound considering he’s only seven.  He asked me; “Why do people always want to hurt things that are different from themselves?”  I didn’t have an answer for him at that moment besides; “I don’t know.”  At seven, he didn’t pursue… Continue reading Vampires as Minorities

Random Ramblings

Little Details Can Make a Difference

I’ve been in the process of doing some rewrites on my story.  It started out as simple editing, but as I reread my work, I decided I wanted to go in a different direction with some of the characters in my story.  I’m really happy with the results so far.  I’ve given myself permission to… Continue reading Little Details Can Make a Difference