Comments for Writers on the Rise

Comment on Writing for Radio: Universality in Radio Stories by Kimberly Davis

Kimberly Davis — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:30:19 +0000

Laura, I love this post. I was trying to articulate this very concept to my Creative Nonfiction class last week, and was having trouble doing it. Thanks for writing this, and for finding these resources on the web.

Comment on Understanding Personal Essays: Short and Sweet by Ami Rodland

Ami Rodland — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 18:29:38 +0000

I was so very excited to see your comment on my writing. I truly appreciate the feedback. You may just have given me enough courage to blog!

Comment on The Scoop on Writing Profile Articles: Thinking Like an Editor by Donna Carrick

Donna Carrick — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:20:09 +0000

Simply an excellent article. I’ve been building my own ‘checklist” and find it to be indispensable.

Thank you,
Donna Carrick

Comment on Reasons to Write: Write to Express Yourself by kellysalasin

kellysalasin — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 18:17:59 +0000

Was this an invitation as a reader to express why we each write? If so, I write because I– have to… Beginning at 19 when life got so FULL that I’d burst if I didn’t let some out and continuing to now, at 45, where I write to know myself, to reconnect with the root of me.

I like your idea of “capturing a lightning bug.” I had a morning like that with a “stranger” from South Africa, a kindred spirit with whom I shared “one of those” conversations.

ps. I named my first son, Lloyd, after the beauty of the character in Say ANything I write about him here: http://emptynestdiary.wordpress.com/

Comment on The Scoop on Writing Profile Articles: Piecing Together the First Draft Puzzle by Sunday Wash-Up, 11th October « Shack's Comings and Goings

Sunday Wash-Up, 11th October « Shack's Comings and Goings — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 22:02:53 +0000

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Comment on Reasons to Write: Write to Relax by alisonwells

alisonwells — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 19:10:22 +0000

I know that if I can’t, for some reason, (usually domestic or child related) get to my writing, I feel edgy. Conversely, as you say, once I’ve had a good writing session I feel myself flood with energy and exhuberance. I’m glad you mentioned the lovely pencil also. I’ve been thinking a lot about the lost physicality of our interactions and expression. An old friend of mine recently told me (by text) that he was going to send me a letter. A letter! It’s almost antiquarian at this point. There is so much more to the feel of a letter. There is the shape and bulk of it. There is the ink splattered writing indicating the speed and sentiment of the writing: fast and frantic, stuttered or hesitant. Smudges and imprints, folds and textures. What comfort to sit, as you did, leaned up against the furniture with the solidity of a notebook in your hand, feeling your hand nudge across the page. When we need to get back in touch with ourselves, perhaps we need to physically put those words on the page.

Comment on In the Spotlight: Page Jordan, Barnes & Noble Community Relations Manager by chris

chris — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 12:59:46 +0000

I recently wrote a novel and am wondering if the print on demand thing is a worthy pursuit or if I should stick to trying to find an agent. I thought this aritcle, regarding Barnes and Noble, CRM’s was very helpful. Thanks for posting it!

Comment on Reasons to Write: Write to Relax by Dawn Herring

Dawn Herring — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:55:54 +0000

I have always found journaling to be the part of writing that relaxes me the most. I do enjoy writing a memoir piece, an essay that strikes a chord in me, or a poem that expresses my feelings metaphorically.
Working on my novel has a different feel altogether; perhaps it’s the desire to complete it this year, knowing I still have a few more chapters to write. Although it does give me a sense of satisfaction after every written scene, knowing I’m making progress.

I still wholly appreciate all of the benefits I gain from the writing process. I get excited about future prospects and share my zeal with my husband. And he always says, I’m so glad you’re happy.

Thanks for the reminder, Christina, of enjoying the act of writing despite the responsibility that often goes with it.

Dawn Herring
JournalWriter Freelance
Be Refreshed!

Comment on The Scoop on Writing Profile Articles: Anatomy of a Profile by Debbie

Debbie — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 17:00:48 +0000

I’m writing my first profile for Journalism class. I have interviewed the subject (what an interesting lady, I wouldn’t mind writing a book about her), but I find I have too much info, since the assignment only calls for 250 to 500 words. I am not sure what to leave in or out, but your article has helped me focus more. Thanks!

Comment on Writing and Selling the Personal Essay: How to Write a Hook That Hooks by W PP Erhenfor

W PP Erhenfor — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:05:49 +0000

Hey,I love your writing. Thanks for the good work.
you know; I am trying to get an agent. These past week my mind is going nut trying to figure out how I will write a great hook but after reading your piece the sky is clearer.

regard