Writ of Whimsy
Victoria Lindstrom ~ Author, Wordsmith, & Poet
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Whimsical Word of the Week
Monday, January 25, 2021
Bibliophile's Corner
by Joseph Bruchac
Friday, January 22, 2021
Storyteller's Journey
Since I began writing full time over a decade ago, I've slowly but surely found the process that works best for me. You might say, "isn't there one best way to write?" For me, the answer is "no." Beyond the question to outline or not (which I do), there's also the question of how many drafts it takes to complete your novel. I've completed four middle grade manuscripts, but only one is published. Two are completed first drafts, and the fourth has been rewritten six times since I began working on it nearly a decade ago.
The question of how many rewrites and revisions is necessary to complete a finished novel varies from author to author. My middle grade manuscript with six rewrites is a story that has had a metamorphosis as I've matured as a writer over the years.
After the initial draft is complete it's a matter of rewrite, revise, repeat.
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Whimsical Word of the Week
-the formal admission of someone to office.
-a ceremony to mark the beginning of something.
Monday, January 18, 2021
Bibliophile's Corner
by Stefan Bachmann
Friday, January 15, 2021
Storyteller's Journey
My point is, even though we didn't know the sapling had taken root, it had. Seeds have a life of their own, just like words have a life of their own. Words can take root in a heart, even without our knowledge. Understand that the words that you speak have power - for good or for evil.
Finally, I would say that as children's book authors we have a particular responsibility to not only be honest, inspirational, and entertaining, but most of all (in my opinion), to provide some hope to our young readers. Choosing our words thoughtfully, and wisely, is always essential.
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
Whimsical Word of the Week
2- a set of short chains attached to a woman's belt, used for carrying keys.