Next to laundry, the one constant in life, in the literary world at least, is many folks acting as soul crushing, communistic, ignorantly blind editors. If I…… Read more “The Written Word Is Our Art”
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Storytelling Tools Strict Grammarians Don’t, Won’t and Can’t Understand
Next to laundry, the one constant in life, in the literary world at least, is many folks acting as soul crushing, communistic, ignorantly blind editors. If I…… Read more “Storytelling Tools Strict Grammarians Don’t, Won’t and Can’t Understand”
The Written Word Is Our Art
Next to laundry, the one constant in life, in the literary world at least, is many folks acting as soul crushing, communistic, ignorantly blind editors. If I…… Read more “The Written Word Is Our Art”
Boxing With Writer’s Block?
To get started, write one true sentence. The truest sentence possible. Hemingway had a simple trick for overcoming writer’s block. In a memorable passage in A Moveable Feast,…… Read more “Boxing With Writer’s Block?”
Does Word Count Determine If You Told A Good Story?
Occasionally, I use quotes of writers I admire to open a blog-post. Today, I am going to quote myself….. “It isn’t about the number of words the…… Read more “Does Word Count Determine If You Told A Good Story?”
Word Count — Does It Determine If You Told A Good Story?
Occasionally, I use quotes of writers I admire to open a blog-post. Today, I am going to quote myself….. “It isn’t about the number of words the…… Read more “Word Count — Does It Determine If You Told A Good Story?”
When Asked “Who Is Your Favorite Writer?”
I am a self-published storyteller, not under contract by a major publishing house and have sold a very limited number of books. In the literary world I…… Read more “When Asked “Who Is Your Favorite Writer?””
Does Word Count Determine If You Told A Good Story?
Occasionally, I use quotes of writers I admire to open a blog-post. Today, I am going to quote myself….. “It isn’t about the number of words the…… Read more “Does Word Count Determine If You Told A Good Story?”
Does anyone know the author’s voice better than the author?
…because at that point in the story, the character is fragmented, and I want to convey that to the reader using the narrative. Instead of telling or showing, I want the reader to experience the story.
“Overly” Sensitive?
Are you a writer? Are you told that you are too sensitive? This is not an uncommon characteristic in those of us who are creative. Even one…… Read more ““Overly” Sensitive?”
Storytelling Belongs To The Writers
Next to laundry, the one constant in life, in the literary world at least, is many folks acting as soul crushing, communistic, ignorantly blind editors. If I…… Read more “Storytelling Belongs To The Writers”
Be Your Own Favorite Author
I am a self-published storyteller, not under contract by a major publishing house and have sold a very limited number of books. In the literary world I…… Read more “Be Your Own Favorite Author”
Theory of Omission
According to Jenna Blum in The Author at Work, “Hemingway said that only the tip of the iceberg showed in fiction—your reader will see only what is above the…… Read more “Theory of Omission”
The Comfort Of Despair, E-Book on Amazon
For those of us who read primarily via a kindle or kindle app, “The Comfort of Despair” Kindle edition is now available. Please click or copy and…… Read more “The Comfort Of Despair, E-Book on Amazon”
Focus On Telling A Good Story
Even the great Ernest Hemingway would only allow editing for spelling and punctuation (and this he often ignored).
“Overly” Sensitive?
Are you a writer? Are you told that you are too sensitive? This is not an uncommon characteristic in those of us who are creative. Even one…… Read more ““Overly” Sensitive?”
Why I Used To Write! Is My Gift Gone?
For when it comes to that burning passion which is to write – I have no choice, I have no free will.
Are You “Overly” Sensitive?
Are you a writer? Are you told that you are too sensitive? This is not an uncommon characteristic in those of us who are creative. Even one…… Read more “Are You “Overly” Sensitive?”
Authors The Overlooked Artists!
We, the lowly authors, bards, writers, storytellers and raconteurs are left on the outside. Inclusion cruelly denied.
Does anyone know the author’s voice better than the author?
…because at that point in the story, the character is fragmented, and I want to convey that to the reader using the narrative. Instead of telling or showing, I want the reader to experience the story.
Focus On Telling A Good Story
Even the great Ernest Hemingway would only allow editing for spelling and punctuation (and this he often ignored).
Just because someone doesn’t like your story…..
…..doesn’t mean you didn’t tell a good story! On the author pages I belong to on social media, I see comments from authors distraught that someone gave…… Read more “Just because someone doesn’t like your story…..”
Sensitivity – Creativity’s Curse?
Are you a writer? Are you told that you are too sensitive? This is not an uncommon characteristic in those of us who are creative. Even one…… Read more “Sensitivity – Creativity’s Curse?”
When Asked “Who Is Your Favorite Writer?”
I am a self-published storyteller, not under contract by a major publishing house and have sold a very limited number of books. In the literary world I…… Read more “When Asked “Who Is Your Favorite Writer?””
Free Flash Fiction
© 2017 A Father by Scono Sciuto All rights reserved. This story is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places and incidents are the products of the…… Read more “Free Flash Fiction”
Storytelling Tools Strict Grammarians Just Don’t Understand
Next to laundry, the one constant in life, in the literary world at least, is many folks acting as soul crushing, communistic, ignorantly blind editors. If I…… Read more “Storytelling Tools Strict Grammarians Just Don’t Understand”
Thank You Hemingway
Each time I am writing a story, I read the following, and strive to do all except numbers 3 & 6 This particular list comes from open…… Read more “Thank You Hemingway”
Storytelling Tools Strict Grammarians Will Never Understand
Next to laundry, the one constant in life, in the literary world at least, is many folks acting as soul crushing, communistic, ignorantly blind editors. If I…… Read more “Storytelling Tools Strict Grammarians Will Never Understand”
Hemingway’s Best Advice – “Write One True Sentence”
Hemingway had a simple trick for overcoming writer’s block. In a memorable passage in A Moveable Feast, he writes: Sometimes when I was starting a new story and…… Read more “Hemingway’s Best Advice – “Write One True Sentence””
Is Sensitivity Creativity’s Curse?
Are you a writer? Are you told that you are too sensitive? This is not an uncommon characteristic in those of us who are creative. Even one…… Read more “Is Sensitivity Creativity’s Curse?”
Does Word Count Determine If You Told A Good Story?
Occasionally, I use quotes of writers I admire to open a blog-post. Today, I am going to quote myself….. “It isn’t about the number of words the…… Read more “Does Word Count Determine If You Told A Good Story?”
Facebook Groups’ Authoritarian Fiefdoms
Yes, one of our very own, a fellow author becomes a totalitarian dictator laying down commandments — commandments cut in stone by their fiery finger whose very ability to express is a freedom held so dear.
Focus On Telling A Good Story
Even the great Ernest Hemingway would only allow editing for spelling and punctuation (and this he often ignored).
Tell A Good Story And Don’t Worry
Even the great Ernest Hemingway would only allow editing for spelling and punctuation (and this he often ignored).
My Own Take On Hemingway’s “Write One True Sentence”
Hemingway had a simple trick for overcoming writer’s block. In a memorable passage in A Moveable Feast, he writes: Sometimes when I was starting a new story and…… Read more ” My Own Take On Hemingway’s “Write One True Sentence””
A bad review….
…..doesn’t mean you didn’t tell a good story! On the author pages I belong to on social media, I see comments from authors distraught that someone gave…… Read more “A bad review….”
Reflect On The Past To Move To The Future
As I travel life’s road, I realize, the path I view in the windshield is considerably shorter than the path I glimpse in the rear-view mirror. And…… Read more “Reflect On The Past To Move To The Future”
Kindle Reading Insights
I read almost exclusively on either kindle, kindle app, or kindle online. For me, it is an easy way to keep my entire library of books, and…… Read more “Kindle Reading Insights”
Loneliness Of A Writer?
On a recent post I was asked the following question…. Q – Do you really experience loneliness when you write? A lot of writers say writing is…… Read more “Loneliness Of A Writer?”
What Are Your Favorite Books?
I saw this comment on Writers and Authors Promotion FB page. Please rank 5 top classic books you find of the highest significance that should be ABSOLUTELY…… Read more “What Are Your Favorite Books?”
Why I wrote – “War Springs Eternal”
I recently heard Martha Raddatz state, that in the United States, only 1% of the population serve in the military. To my brothers and sisters in arms,…… Read more “Why I wrote – “War Springs Eternal””
Focus On Telling A Good Story
Even the great Ernest Hemingway would only allow editing for spelling and punctuation (and this he often ignored).
Just because someone doesn’t like your story…..
…..doesn’t mean you didn’t tell a good story! On the author pages I belong to on social media, I see comments from authors distraught that someone gave…… Read more “Just because someone doesn’t like your story…..”
A Life Lived Too Long
I had always believed living such a great life in my youth was a blessing. Now that I am older and realize my life will never be…… Read more “A Life Lived Too Long”
Is Sensitivity The Curse of Creativity?
Are you a writer? Are you told that you are too sensitive? This is not an uncommon characteristic in those of us who are creative. Even one…… Read more “Is Sensitivity The Curse of Creativity?”
When Asked “Who Is Your Favorite Writer?” The Answer Must Be “Me!”
I am a self-published storyteller, not under contract by a major publishing house and have sold a very limited number of books. In the literary world I…… Read more “When Asked “Who Is Your Favorite Writer?” The Answer Must Be “Me!””
My Take On, “Write One True Sentence”
Hemingway had a simple trick for overcoming writer’s block. In a memorable passage in A Moveable Feast, he writes: Sometimes when I was starting a new story and…… Read more ” My Take On, “Write One True Sentence””
Tell A Good Story And Don’t Worry So Much About Grammarian Gatekeepers
Even the great Ernest Hemingway would only allow editing for spelling and punctuation (and this he often ignored).
A bad review….
…..doesn’t mean you didn’t tell a good story! On the author pages I belong to on social media, I see comments from authors distraught that someone gave…… Read more “A bad review….”
Is Sensitivity The Curse of Creativity?
Are you a writer? Are you told that you are too sensitive? This is not an uncommon characteristic in those of us who are creative. Even one…… Read more “Is Sensitivity The Curse of Creativity?”
Short Story Scribe 