by Denise Vega | October 13, 2016 | Writing Inspiration
So digging into character last week really helped ideas for plot bubble up! Highly recommend that. Then I sent a doc to my critique group in advance of our September 30th meeting. In it, I gave them a very general summary of my idea–since it was still...
by Denise Vega | September 15, 2016 | Writing Inspiration
Today I was having lunch with a friend and was telling her about the ups and downs of the YA I’ve been working on for over five years. If you’ve been with me awhile, you know all about my trials, tribulations, breakthroughs and milestone successes. I...
by Denise Vega | February 4, 2016 | Writing Inspiration
I’m in love with brainstorming. Especially with other peeps. For me, it’s often the brilliance of brainstorming that gets me back on my creativity track. I had two experiences of the brilliance of brainstorming yesterday—I feel so lucky! Group Genius...
by Denise Vega | August 2, 2013 | Writer Tips & Tools
I completely forgot to do my Writer’s Studio for July, so I wanted to make sure we had one for August! One of the most frequent comments writers see when an editor takes a pass on a picture book manuscript is something along the lines of “It’s not...
by Denise Vega | November 11, 2009 | Writing Inspiration
Today I am very mindful of all the service men and women who continue to fight and who have fought in the past. It’s very humbling to think about the sacrifices people make to keep us and others safe. As far as book reports, I’m reporting the completion of ROCK ON!...
