Sometimes a writer needs to exercise his or her talents. Usually, this is in response to writer’s block, a condition we previously addressed. Even when not working on a specific project, it is a good idea to keep writing on a regular basis. Good Exercises There are books filled with…
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Writers’ groups offer a range of experiences, as do public readings and discussions. Some of these experiences teach you about writing, while others will teach you what type of “help” to ignore. When you consider joining a group, make sure it offers a positive experience and insights into professional writing.…
There are some helpful habits you can nurture as a writer that will improve your skills. Some of the habits help capture creativity, while others are ways to survive the writing process. Writing is not easy for the vast majority of individuals. The difficulties we experience come from a variety…
Writers are influenced by what they see, hear, and read. Most writers were and are avid readers. Writers interested in stage and screen tend to support those media, too. As a result, the works of other writers influence a writer. List your five favorite writers and three favorite genres. Now…
While some writers seem to have the ability to write “on demand,” most of us are not so fortunate. We have to learn to find inspiration and capture it on paper (or screen). Excercises help writers, but they seldom lead to complete stories. Daily Page(s) Even if you aren’t a…
A written work, like all art, exposes the worldview of its creator. Unfortunately, most writers do not understand the origins of their opinions. People rarely need to explain their opinions to others, much less defend them. The Basics Some opinions do not require a defense. These opinions concern minor issues;…
We are professional writers and hope you intend to sell a book or article. We assume you have chosen to write for an audience. You have decided to expose yourself, at least your thoughts, to the world. Choosing to be a published or produced writer is no small matter. Writing…
Writer’s block — the one convenient excuse writers all lean upon at one time. Writing and other forms of artistic talent are not magical gifts revealing themselves only when they want to take over our minds. This is not to say there are no great moments of inspiration. Emotions definitely…
Asked why they write, individuals cite a wide range of reasons. Every author has a primary motivation, a guiding sense of purpose. Furthermore, there is a motivation for every work created. Sometimes a writer does not know the motivation for some a work until it is completed. In three to…
For both our clients and our online visitors, we provide notes to every seminar on this website. The Tameri Guide for Writers website content is based on seminars we conduct for professional and aspiring writers. We’ve collected our notes, various handouts, and random thoughts. For many years, we have been…