by Kelley Lindberg Today is World Read Aloud Day, sponsored by LitWorld.org. Last year, LitWorld, “a non-profit literacy organization fostering resilience, hope, and joy through the power of story,” says there were hundreds of thousands of participants in 65 countries. Are you going to participate this year? It’s easy. Here are the rules: 1. Grab […]
Writing Rituals
by Kelley Lindberg Writing rituals are the little tricks we use to talk ourselves into writing. They can take any number of forms: a certain type of music playing in the background, a particular pen, a favorite table at the coffee shop, a symbolic toy or figurine perched by the keyboard. Like a baseball player’s […]
Why Do I Write?
by Kelley Lindberg Why do I write? That’s an interesting question, isn’t it? And one we’ve all asked ourselves at some point or another, I’m sure. Is there a correct answer to that question? I doubt it. Writing means different things to different people. And more than that, it can mean many different things to […]
Buff Up Your Writing with Exercises
by Kelley Lindberg Writing exercises are the bane of every student’s existence. But they are the favorite playground for many, many professional writers. Why? Because writing exercises do for your writing skills what physical exercises do for your body. A muscular build isn’t a “talent” you’re born with. It’s the result of dedication to a […]
Twenty Great Ways to Avoid Writing
by Kelley Lindberg Looking for reasons to avoid writing right now? These are some of the ones that have worked for me just this week. You’re welcome. Happy to help. Household chores. That laundry isn’t going to do itself. Balance (or at least try to balance) your checking account and credit card bills. Read a […]
Creative Energy Meets Unsuspecting Computer
by Kelley Lindberg Last year, on January 11, my computer died. I spent a couple of days trying in vain to revive it, then another couple of days buying a new one, and several more days getting everything reinstalled and restored. This year, on January 11, my computer’s USB and SD card ports all died. […]
