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Category Archives: Readerly on Writing
New Read Like a Writer Episode
Take a listen to hear a discussion of the Scarlet Pimpernel and how it questions notions of class…
Looking for a Virtual Writing Conference in 2024?
Consider The History Quill Virtual Conference! It is just two days this year, and you can attend live or watch the records. Read more and register here. Note: this is an affiliate link. Readerly.net will receive compensation when writers use it to register, but the cost to writers for the convention will remain the same.Continue reading “Looking for a Virtual Writing Conference in 2024?”
Book Review: The Dutch House
Ann Patchett is a member of American literary royalty, so I am probably not going to say anything surprising in this review. I recently listened to The Dutch House in preparation for recording a podcast episode. I will admit that it started a little slow. However, since it was read by Tom Hanks, I stuckContinue reading “Book Review: The Dutch House”
What Beethoven has to do with writing…
Not too long ago, I was able to attend a live performance of Beethoven’s 9th Symphony here in Tallinn. Full disclosure, I have sung this opus many times as part of a chorus and it never gets old! It is joyful, it is uplifting, it is a transcendent experience, each and every time. This time,Continue reading “What Beethoven has to do with writing…”
How is Group Coaching Different to a Critique Group?
Are there too many voices in your head? Lots of writers are members of critique groups, and they can be extremely helpful. If you listen to interviews with authors, or sometimes read the acknowledgements in the front of a book, you will see plenty of evidence that when a critique group works well, it canContinue reading “How is Group Coaching Different to a Critique Group?”
Join us in Galveston for a Novel Whisperer Writing Adventure!
Join Robin, your Novel Whisperer, in Galveston, TX for a week of writing with purpose. You will be inspired by the beauty of the island, focused on writing by setting aside the time for your project, and supported by a book coach and editor who will help you get words on the page and makeContinue reading “Join us in Galveston for a Novel Whisperer Writing Adventure!”
Is Your Manuscript Fixable?
Back in June, I gave a presentation about revision at the Historical Novel Society Conference in San Antonio. One of the questions was very interesting—when do you think there is no hope? The answer is complex. I don’t believe a manuscript is unfixable, though I am also a fan of putting one away for aContinue reading “Is Your Manuscript Fixable?”
ICYMI: my guest post on Jane Friedman’s blog
In my quest to help writers learn from what they read, imagine my joy at having a guest post on this topic accepted by Jane Friedman, a giant in the industry. I love her site, her ethos, and her advice, so it is with gratitude that I am associated with her in this tiny way.Continue reading “ICYMI: my guest post on Jane Friedman’s blog”
Do you need more than a critique group?
Do you need accountability and some guidance to have a breakthrough? Sometimes, just a little bit of positive peer pressure is a good thing. Critique groups can provide this, but frequently they are more focused on “workshopping” pages for members. Nothing wrong with that, but it isn’t the kind of accountability that will spur youContinue reading “Do you need more than a critique group?”