Flicker
Ever watch a candle’s flame just before it dies? It flits and flickers, stretching higher,...
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Author: MFACinkpot
Inspiration from Film
After a hard day of writing, why not curl up on the sofa with a good documentary? Here are some of my favorites for inspiration as a writer:Between the Folds (Exploring Origami)Artists and scientists discuss the possibilities of...
Read MoreQuestions from the mailbag
Hi Inkpot Bloggers and readers,Here are some questions sent to the Inkpot mailbag. If you have answers, please post!Best regards,The Inkpot AdministratorFirst question:Pen names/pseudonyms. When to use, when to avoid? I publish...
Read MoreWriters are Great at Calculus!
So I was telling my husband about the latest ideas in the story that I’m plotting out and he says, “It’s getting better and better all the time. You would be so good at calculus.” You can see why I love this man: a) he likes my...
Read MoreProject Run Away
What do you do when a character creeps into your writing room, a character who isn’t part of the WIP you’re required to send to your advisor/agent/editor? Do you trust the Muse and write whatever this character...
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