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Easy A: Fake It ‘Til You Make It

Posted on December 29, 2020December 31, 2020 by Erin Lafond

So, I meant to watch Easy A twice this week. That was the plan. I would watch it twice and really have a chance to go through and form an argument. Then, life happened, and I only got the chance to watch it once. So, I shall try and make this Easy A review as…

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Plotter or Pantser

Are You a Plotter or a Pantser Writer?

Posted on June 10, 2020June 18, 2020 by Erin Lafond

So, I mentioned in one of my more recent blog posts that it’s important to understand if you’re a plotter or a pantser. I gave a short definition there, but I wanted to break it down further and really explain why it matters. For my purposes here, I’m specifically referring to writers, though I’m sure…

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understanding show don't tell

Understanding “Show, Don’t Tell”

Posted on April 14, 2020June 18, 2020 by Erin Lafond

If you’re a writer, you’ve definitely heard the advice, “Show, don’t tell.” It’s impossible not to hear it. It’s everywhere. It’s in articles about the best writing advice, and it’s in articles about terrible writing advice. So, which is it? Well, it can be either depending on your understanding of the phrase. Most people parrot…

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first draft tips

First Draft Tips

Posted on March 10, 2020March 22, 2020 by Erin Lafond

Ugh. The first draft. The bane of every writer’s existence whether you’re a creative writer, a blogger, or really any type of writer. Everything you write has a first draft. I posted a quote on Instagram yesterday that really speaks to me when it comes to first drafts. First drafts have inherent problems because they’re…

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how to create a writing plan

Create a Writing Plan

Posted on March 3, 2020July 16, 2020 by Erin Lafond

There are multiple benefits to creating a writing plan. It can help keep you motivated by giving you goals to hit. It can also give you an excuse to stop or slow down if that’s what you need. It also gives you a chance to break your work down into manageable chunks. A friend of…

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how to handle writer fatigue

How to Handle Writer Fatigue

Posted on February 25, 2020March 22, 2020 by Erin Lafond

Writer fatigue is real. It’s basically when you start to get blocked because you’re tired or drained. This can be caused by a variety of things such as tiring life events or writing a lot in a small period of time. To be completely honest, I’ve been experiencing it a lot lately. Part of the…

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how to balance writing and life

How to Balance Writing and Life

Posted on September 12, 2019March 22, 2020 by Erin Lafond

Most writers cannot afford to stay home and write all day. The majority of us balance writing with our daily lives, including work, managing a household, and maybe even kids. This can make writing seem like a chore because you’re exhausted. So, how do you balance writing and life? Create manageable goals By manageable, I…

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how to self-edit

How to Self-Edit

Posted on September 9, 2019March 22, 2020 by Erin Lafond

I’m going to preface this by saying while it’s important to know how to self-edit, you often need both self-editing and professional editing. This depends on what you’re writing. If you’re a blogger, you probably don’t need a copyeditor. If you’re writing a book, you definitely will at some stage. Regardless, you need a polished…

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how to start worldbuilding

How to Start Worldbuilding Roundup

Posted on September 5, 2019March 22, 2020 by Erin Lafond

Worldbuilding is intense. For those of you who don’t know what it is, it involves creating a world specific to your story. It means a lot of dedication and attention to details. You have to think about whether you’re going to create a language and what kind of government you’re going to have. I could…

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book review i love you so mochi

Book Review: I Love You So Mochi by Sarah Kuhn

Posted on September 2, 2019September 2, 2019 by Erin Lafond

All right. I’ll eventually review something else, but, for right now, we’re just going to keep doing cute YA romances. This particular cute YA romance was another binge read, and I enjoyed it a lot. So, let’s review I Love You So Mochi. Summary I Love You So Mochi is about a girl named Kimi…

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