Tag Archives: “writing workshop”

When You’re In A Writing Rut, Take A Class Or Something

Posted on September 15, 2015 by DMW

As a working writer, it can be a solitary life. Being a total introvert that works for me. But every now and then it’s good to connect. Lately, I’ve been in… I don’t know. I wouldn’t exactly call it a … Continue reading →

Posted in Editing, Inspiration, Publishing, Thoughts, Writers, Writing | Tagged "writing workshop", continuing education, critique, manuscript, memoir, networking, personal essay, reader, review, revision, rut, writing class | Leave a comment

Writing Through Trauma – I Never Thought I Would Go There

Posted on January 13, 2015 by DMW

Writing about personal experiences is hard. Writing about the worst times in your life without ranting or breaking down, balancing the raw emotions and the battle with authentic memories is something else entirely. And when you write experiences that have … Continue reading →

Posted in Family, Journal, Personal, Relationships, Thoughts, Writing | Tagged "creative nonfiction", "essay writing", "writing workshop", memoir, memories, PTSD, trauma | 2 Comments

I’m A Writer, Not A Reader: Reading My Writing (Out Loud And In Public) When I Was Absolutely Terrified

Posted on July 22, 2014 by DMW

There are some writers who love attention; Writers who are confident speakers and get a thrill of reading their work to a captivated audience; Writers who are extraverts or just naturals when it comes to public speaking… but none of … Continue reading →

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San Francisco, Here We Come!

Posted on June 29, 2014 by DMW

I am so excited! I am also a little freaked out, but mostly the happy kind of anxious. On Sunday, June 29 at 5:30am my husband and I are headed for the airport – the destination: San Francisco! Roy (my … Continue reading →

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A Writer’s Real Education – The Importance Of Writing Workshops

Posted on May 20, 2014 by DMW

Let me start with saying that I love school. In case my many majors and minors as an undergrad and obtaining my MFA (Master of Fine Arts) wasn’t a testament to that fact. I mean, if I won the lottery … Continue reading →