@DiAnnMills Writers of all genres explore techniques to reveal their character’s inner traits. Observing the character’s behavior in action and dialogue shows the reader behavior patterns without telling. The writer is also able to create memorable scenes, endear the character to readers, and move along the plot. But what about…

@DiAnnMills When I started writing, I was so excited about the future. I had dreams, goals, my workday organized, notepads and pencils beside my computer, and a whole lot to learn about writing. But there are 10 surprises that hit me along the way to publication. Sure wish I'd have…

@DiAnnMills Our family celebrations often involve a game of dominoes. Me? I like stacking them up and watching them fall one-by-one.  Unfortunately if writers don’t make a few plans for their writing career in January 2019, our publishing dreams may fall flat. Every writer is motivated by something, and when…

Wishing you and yours the happiest New Year ever!

by DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills The Twelve Days of Christmas has been given a new twist. This version is for writers. [tweet_box design="default" float="none" inject="-@DiAnnMills on @BRMCWC #writing #Christmas"]The Twelve Days of Christmas for Writers[/tweet_box] On the first day of Christmas, My true love gave to me The Blue Ridge Conference…

Attempting to write during the Christmas holidays adds another line in the dictionary’s definition for stress. We’re busier now than at any time during the year. Our planning and preparation is fun, and we feel like kids who’ve eaten way too much sugar. But the joy of the season vanishes…