Previously on The Writing Studio… Some time ago I shared my decision about publication of my memoir. Since then, I’ve done lots of reading and research on orphanages in the late 19th to early 20th centuries. Not much writing, other than taking notes. My fingers itch to begin writing this novel. Yet, I’m stymied because […]
character development
When Is It Time to Take a Breather?
You’ve worked for weeks to meet a deadline. Day in and day out, almost 24/7 at the computer. Your agent is pushing, and so is the publisher. And your editor is dragging with the last revisions. Not to mention your blog schedule is scantily filled, and your writing isn’t at the top of your game. […]
The Emotion Thesaurus: A Resource for Every Writer
Today I’m reviewing The Emotion Thesaurus on my book blog, Found Between the Covers. I hope you’ll join me there to finish reading this review. * * * The Emotion Thesaurus: A Writer’s Guide to Character Expressionby Angela Ackerman & Becca PuglisiPublished by: CreateSpace Independent Publishing PlatformPublication Date: May 6, 2012Genre: NonfictionSource: Authors One of the biggest […]
Zany Characters to End the Month
Z is for zany, and Z is the last post in the A to Z Blog Challenge 2013! Reaching the end entitles the blogger to feel a bit zany, a bit like a clown ready to turn cartwheels, wear brightly colored costumes, and dance around in circles! But before we call it the end, let’s […]
We Yearn for Different Things
Few emotions or feelings begin with the letter “Y,” but because it is day 25 of the A to Z Blog Challenge, I made myself find one. Yearn is one that we don’t hear often, so a good one to talk about today.Yearn is to long for, lust after, desire, and more. So, why don’t […]
Bubbly Like Champagne
Personalities bubbling like champagne are describedas vivacious, spritely, spirited, and lively. Always upbeat,these people seem to have an overabundance ofenergy and vitality. vivacious | adjective lively in temper, conduct or spirit. Synonyms: animated, frisky, jaunty, perky, pert, sprightly, spring. * * * As I read this definition and the synonyms for vivacious, the words remind me of […]