by lzadmin | Apr 27, 2014 | Reading & Writing
We all have our own reading styles and preferences. Some will read anything, while others stick to a favorite genre. You can read a book fast, skimming over the paragraphs or take it slow, savoring the words in a well-crafted sentence. What kind of reader are YOU?...
by lzadmin | Apr 20, 2014 | Reading & Writing, ROCK your Writing
Ready to begin writing the first draft of your novel? Better put on your writing shoes for completing that 1st Draft Mile. Writing a novel is like walking: Having a destination, avoiding obstacles, enjoying the scenery, and hitting your stride makes the journey more...
by lzadmin | Apr 13, 2014 | Reading & Writing
Hubby loves football, so in an effort to better communicate with him I decided to incorporate referee hand signals into my arsenal of effective information dissemination strategies. ( Because “here’s a beer” doesn’t work for every situation.)...
by lzadmin | Mar 16, 2014 | Reading & Writing, ROCK your Writing
Writing is a lot like making chocolate chip cookies. OK, I’ll admit this blog comes after fighting off a craving—and losing—to the allure of the confection, but the similarities are sweet! 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour is like the plot of a novel, the...
by lzadmin | Mar 9, 2014 | Reading & Writing, ROCK your Writing
As Hubby and I were deciding which local restaurant to visit, I remarked that novels and ethnic food have much in common. Warning: To all those who will tell me that healthy versions or alternatives of these foods can be made in my kitchen—you missed the point....