Day 88: My Hero’s Journey! #dearagent #wewrite

Day 15 of Agent Search: Dear Agent; While I was in Costa Rica I received incredible feedback about my main character and a secondary character I am writing. As I shared short excerpts of the story, I introduced the writers to the worlds of both my significant characters and their journey. They pointed out to…

Day 87: Who’s Story Is It? #dearagent #wewrite

Day 14 of Agent Search: Dear Agent; I am pushing myself to come to the page when all I want to do is avoid it. Everything that could go wrong this morning did. And I haven't even left the house yet. Where am I placing the order of events? When will things happen? Today I…

Day 86: Everything In Our Story Happens For A Reason #dearagent #wewrite

Day 13 of Agent Search: Dear Agent; Today I am having a rough day. I am pushing myself to come to the page. It's much easier to turn on the TV and watch Supernatural all day. My neck is tense. I have a slight headache. But I am here. I am present. I am writing!…

Day 85: Writers Technique! #dearagent #wewrite

  Day 12 of Agent Search: Dear Agent; What an amazingly productive Monday morning! I have already written six pages and started two new scenes. I’ve completed half of my to do list and am feeling pretty damn good about myself. This weekend I started the Pomodoro method and I must say that working within…

Day 83: Fantastic Advice On Writing The Plot! #dearagent #wewrite

Day 11 of Agent Search: Dear Agent, I'm too excited to keep reading. I am currently in the process of slowly and carefully studying Anne Lamott's, Bird by Bird. The first time I bought this book was over ten years ago and I never opened it. Actually, I have NO IDEA where that copy is. So…

Day 82: A Writers Goals & Sacrifices #dearagent #wewrite

I read the most beautiful article today sent to me by my beloved partner. (See image below) She sees how hard I work and the daily goals I set for myself. There is much I want to achieve. Thank you my love for seeing the achievement of my goals with me! "Note to self from Octavia Butler,…

Day 81: The Character Driven Story Day #dearagent #wewrite

Day 9 of Agent Search: Dear Agent, You want a story that is character driven. You want a journey that is memorable. You want to read something that not only can you sell, but will put you on the map. It's rare to find a story that will leave people raving about the amazing characters that have been…

Day 79: Writers Need A Plan! #dearagent #wewrite

Day 7 of Agent Search: Dear Agent, I believe I have found my NEW favorite pen. It writes like the ocean breeze barely grazing my face, with my eyes closed. It's AMAZING! The words seem to flow beautifully. They just slide on the page. Its the new UNI AIR ROLLERBALL. The package reads, "AIR Bold Ink--WRITES AT…

Day 78: #DearAgent… On Getting Noticed! #wewrite

Day 6 of Agent Search: Dear Agent, I would be lying if I said, "I just want to write for the sake of writing, that "its not about getting noticed!" That's such bullshit! I write because for far too long I felt powerless. There was a time I was invisible even in my 6' ft.…

#DearAgent ~ FREE livestream reading

Day 4 For too Long women writers have gone unnoticed. Writers who are women of color have not received the recognition and accolades we deserve. There are incredible writers and stories that have yet to be published. We are inviting literary agents, publishers, and magazine editors to join our international reading. We are inviting writers…