Writing Tips

writing break - Jennifer Ray Books — Last week I told you about how I decided to give my work-in-progress and I a much needed separation. I say separation because I don’t think I’m ready to fully divorce myself from it, but only time will tell. I decided to brainstorm some new ideas. I had a few ideas, but one stuck. It’s […]

It’s Not Cheating if You’re on a Break

19 Oct, 2015 in #AmWriting / #MondayBlogs / Inspiration / Writing / Writing Community / Writing Tips tagged #AmWriting / #MondayBlogs / Writing Community / Writing Tips by Jennifer Ray

Let it go - Jennifer Ray Books — I’ve been struggling with my current work-in-progress for much longer than I’ll admit. Although I loved my story for a majority of that time, I have come to the realization that I don’t anymore. It frustrates me. It taunts me. It’s missing something that I can’t figure out. I have fallen out of love. But […]

Let it Go

12 Oct, 2015 in Writing / Writing Tips tagged #AmWriting / Writing / Writing Tips by Jennifer Ray

writing-Jennifer Ray Books — Writing groups are great. Critique partners are essential. Beta readers help point out errors before publication. Editors make your prose beautiful. Reviewers help get your book attention. But do you know what they all have in common? You, the writer. The writing community is extremely important to a writer, but you must always remember, when […]

Writer, Party of One

7 Sep, 2015 in Critique / Writing / Writing Community / Writing Tips tagged Critiquing / Jennifer Ray / Writing / Writing Community / Writing Tips by Jennifer Ray

where is your story - Jennifer Ray Books — How do you decide on your story’s location? How do you make it work for your story? Are you worldbuilding? I know this varies with your genre, but location can play a major role in your story. The details are important. The landmarks, locations of shops, the traffic, and all the other little subtleties make […]

Where in the World is Your Story?

31 Aug, 2015 in Inspiration / Writing / Writing Tips tagged Bewitching Desires / Jennifer Ray / Writing / Writing Tips by Jennifer Ray