Novel Writing Rules

Here’s an interesting quote:
There are three rules to writing a novel. Unfortunately, no one knows what they are.
– W. Somerset Maugham ~ Of Human Bondage
And it got me to thinking. If I could name three rules for writing a novel, assuming I wanted to, what would they be.
1. Study your craft.
2. Write everyday.
3. Forge a […]

Ode to the Incredible Hulk

Jack McGee: Forgive me, Doctor, I’m calling you a liar.
Dr. David Banner: Mr. McGee!
[takes a deep breath]
Dr. David Banner: Mr. McGee, don’t make me angry. You wouldn’t like me when I’m angry.

Title card: Within each of us, ofttimes, there dwells a mighty and raging fury.

Craft of Writing - Book

I recently came across a craft of writing book that I love. Usually I’ll skim them or just read the parts that are relevant to me. But this is one of the few books I’ve read cover to cover.
Passionate Ink: A Guide to Writing Erotic Romance by Angela Knight

From pg. 16 - “I don’t care […]

Quote of the Week

“Not to know is bad; not to wish to know is worse.”
-African proverb

Top 6 Favorite Writing Quotes

1. I can fix a written page; I can’t fix a blank one. - Nora Roberts.
2. You cannot use up creativity. The more you use the more you have. - Maya Angelou
3. Writing is like prostitution. First you do it for love, and then for a few close friends, and then for money. -Moliere
4. I […]