by Zoe M. McCarthy | Mar 16, 2017 | Writing
What’s Important to Consider in Writing a Short Story? Writer’s Voice Establish a strong, yet controlled, voice from the first line. Setting Limit the length of days or weeks the story covers. Research to find (or create) a distinct setting that supports the...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Feb 13, 2014 | Writing
“The beginning is the most important part of the work.” —Plato Why should I care about what you have to say? Sounds rude, doesn’t it? But that’s what many people in your audience think when they approach your work. So, how much time do you spend on the opening of your...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Feb 6, 2014 | Creating
“The real voyage of discovery lies not in seeking new landscapes but in seeing with new eyes.” —Marcel Proust You’ve worked hard on your creative work. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could get more mileage from each project? I assure you, valuable hidden by-products wait...
by Zoe M. McCarthy | Jul 25, 2013 | Creating
“Creativity is more than mere imagination. It is imagination inseparably coupled with both intent and effort.” — Alex Osborn Loving your creative work isn’t enough to guarantee you’ll impact someone else’s life. Try these three behaviors that together will strengthen...
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