Most writers have asked themselves the same question at some point: To outline or not to outline?   I’d say, “Yes.”   Outlining–whether before writing a first draft or after the seventh full-length revision–can give insight as to how well tension is paced and whether a character’s emotional trajectory is realistic. Plotting out the order […]

A few weeks ago, I finally finished my novel revision and sent it to my agent for her review. This revision had been in progress for five months, and it felt just wonderful to have it done. I’m sure the manuscript is not perfect yet, but I do think it’s better than it was before. […]

I’m taking a break from posting until I finish my revision. Hopefully in a few weeks I’ll have it off to my agent with a few more lessons to share. Can’t write about writing unless I’m doing it! More soon!