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Writer vs the World

In search of beauty, inspired by literature.

Tag: Research

The YOU in Your Characters

Is it true that there is something of yourself in your writing? In your characters? Don’t worry, I’m not going to get deep into literary critical theory… Read more “The YOU in Your Characters”

August 1, 2020 by Sara

What I’m Reading this Summer

Since I’ve been taking a break from writing as I enter the last phases of wedding planning, I have had more time to read. As writers, we… Read more “What I’m Reading this Summer”

August 23, 2019August 24, 2019 by Sara

Where do characters come from?

How often do you get these questions: What is it like for you when a new character pops into existence in your head? How does it work?… Read more “Where do characters come from?”

July 13, 2019 by Sara

Practice Makes Perfect

One of the biggest conundrums faced by research scientists is finishing a way to study the abstract concept of creativity. It’s seems that in one small way,… Read more “Practice Makes Perfect”

January 29, 2019 by Sara

My Holiday 2018 Reading List

It’s almost time for Christmas and that means multiple days in a row with nothing to do but read (and eat chocolate)! As a writer, I feel… Read more “My Holiday 2018 Reading List”

December 21, 2018December 21, 2018 by Sara

Diving into Research

With Nightwind sitting with my beta readers, I’ve turned my attention fully to the research phase for Into the Sweetbitter Sea, my next project. This new novel… Read more “Diving into Research”

October 23, 2018 by Sara

Hello, my name is…

With great power comes great responsibility. And there is perhaps no greater power (or responsibility) than bestowing a name upon another. I don’t have any tiny humans… Read more “Hello, my name is…”

October 9, 2018December 12, 2021 by Sara

My Sensory Game: Israel/Jordan

Last weekend, I came home to reality after a fantastic two-and-a-half week vacation to Israel and Jordan. Visiting the Middle East is not something I ever expected… Read more “My Sensory Game: Israel/Jordan”

June 27, 2018 by Sara

My Book Marketing Experience

So you’ve written a book, edited it, formatted it, created or purchased a kick ass cover and released it into the world. But how do you get people to actually buy it? Check out my experience marketing my most recent publication, Withered World.

October 18, 2017October 18, 2017 by Sara

Using Cultural Influences in Your Writing

As writers we are inspired by the world around us. This includes places we go and experiences we have there. As I’ve been thinking through NightWind, my… Read more “Using Cultural Influences in Your Writing”

October 11, 2017January 9, 2019 by Sara

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