Missing…
not now, yet then
proximity, coy time allowed
not her…
Tag: writing
EDC Shorts: Lines – Close?
From where he’s standing she’s not remotely close…
EDC Shorts: Six-Words – With Him?
Would she with him? She did.
EDC Shorts: Poetry – Splintered
He’d broken nothing…
no rib, no wrist, no leg
an angel left him…
her splintered heart
weeping in his head
EDC Shorts: Lines – Never Been
He’d love her in ways she’d never been … she couldn’t take the risk
Creating Atmosphere In Fiction – by Esther Chilton
An excellent guest post by Esther Chilton – I’m slightly nervous writing this as Esther is my editor – a mistake here and there could create an atmosphere – but there never is with Esther – okay the odd well disguised sigh maybe!
Today, I’m delighted to welcome Esther Chilton to my blog.
While I’m putting the finishing touches to my next short story collection, Esther kindly accepted my invitation to write a guest post. This is a must-read for anyone who is in the process of writing fiction, whether it is for an upcoming book, competition, for publication in a magazine, or as a blog post. Esther gives lots of great writing advice and tips over on her blog.
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To be successful, a short story or novel needs to develop a strong sense of atmosphere. This draws your readers into your story so they can imagine this world you are creating. It also sets up expectations for them and gives them information about the characters they’re likely to meet in your story.
Here are some ways to help you ensure your readers feel as if they’re right there alongside your…
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EDC Shorts: Lines – Reason
He took her reason … filled her up with his
EDC Shorts: Six-Words – Nailed
Prerequisite … drill then screw. Nailed it.
EDC Shorts: Six-Words – Twist
He slips up … she twists it
We are Recruiting New Baristas for the Go Dog Go Cafe
It’s not about how well you’re ‘liked’ or how much you’re ‘followed’ – if it was I wouldn’t be here – a barista invited in beginning of the year to do my thing. It’s about your voice, how well you write, how you use your words, how you make us feel, being true to yourself, being who you are … we are all different, why not show us who you are…
It is the mission of Go Dog Go Café’s Mission to provide a warm, inviting and inspiring gathering space for building a healthy and supportive writing community. We are also committed to providing the Go Dog Go Community with a mix of special features that explore the writing life and exciting original writing from a diverse group of talented writers. To keep things fresh here at the GDG Cafe, we are currently recruiting new Baristas.
Barista Expectations:
- Submission of two to three pieces (poetry, prose, writing prompt or short fiction) of original writing a month
- Commitment to actively participate in the Go Dog Go Community by visiting often, reading and commenting on posts and showing support for patrons and Baristas
- Follow Go Dog Go on other social media platforms that you use (such as Facebook and Twitter) and spread the word about the cool things going on here.
How to Let…
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