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Latest Creative Writing Blogs
- The Commander: Applying Sun Tzu to Home and Writing
How can you be a commander in your marriage and in your daily life as a homemaker? How can husbands and wives both find their commander selves within? And how can you be the commander in your writing? This Sermon’s for Pagans segment is all about what it means to be the commander in your… Read more: The Commander: Applying Sun Tzu to Home and Writing - Celebrating the September Harvest with Demeter: Rituals and Blessings
The September harvest and Demeter are deeply intertwined, marking a time of abundance, reflection, and connection with the natural cycles of the Earth. As the goddess of agriculture, fertility, and the harvest, Demeter embodies the essence of this season, making her a vital figure to connect with during this period. By embracing Demeter’s energy, you… Read more: Celebrating the September Harvest with Demeter: Rituals and Blessings - 13 Tropes about Freedom You Can Use in Your Writing
What is a freedom trope? Freedom is a common theme in conflict-driven fiction. The struggle against oppression and the ability to fight against adversity reinforce our values and our love of free will. These are the stories that stand the test of time and endure through the ages. Freedom as a trope can take many… Read more: 13 Tropes about Freedom You Can Use in Your Writing - 11 Reasons Why Your Main Character May Be A Mary SueMary Sues are the bane of any fiction writer’s existence. They do nothing to move the plot along and are wholly unpopular with readers. But what is a Mary Sue, anyway? Every writer wants their readers to love their characters as much as they do. We care a lot about our characters. We created them… Read more: 11 Reasons Why Your Main Character May Be A Mary Sue