Young woman on roller skates in the city park. A stranger on skates decides to follow and flirt, won’t leave her be. When he’s not looking, she hides, puts on her shoes, and makes a quick exit. Young woman at work. A drunk customer comes in and flirts, then a former co-worker comes in to chat….
Tag: writing
Dear C. M. Chang #4: Oh, you’re a writer? I’ve always wanted to write a book.
Dear C.M. Chang, Whenever I mention I’m a writer, I can’t tell you how many times the person replied with: “Oh, you’re a writer? You know, I’ve always wanted to write a book too.” The way they say it makes it sound so trivial, as if it’s like deciding on a whim to buy a…
Dear C. M. Chang #3: Why is that writer successful?
Dear C. M. Chang I cannot believe this jack-ass of a writer I know is so successful. The metaphors he uses are as cliché as you can get, the plot lines are holy as Swiss cheese, and his story is as predictable as when my dog needs to poop. Yet he’s got an agent(s!), his…
Dear C. M. Chang #2: Waiting for my muse
Dear C. M. Chang, I cannot write unless my creative muse is with me. So many times I’m waiting and waiting until I feel inspired. What am I doing wrong? Inspirationless, O. G. Dear O. G., Are you living in Ancient Greece? The muses are a myth! What you need to do is simple. Sit…
Dear C. M. Chang #1: No time to read
Dear C. M. Chang, I’m a writer, but I have no time to read books. Work, writing, my attention-starved spouse, and my annoying little dog take up all my time. They say that writers should read, but who has the time? I don’t. Sincerely, I. Toobusy Dear I. Toobusy, This has gotta be one of…
Seeking fiction writers for the American Writing Community critique group
We’re a supportive group of fiction writers writing in English. Most of us have been published, but that isn’t a prerequisite. We meet monthly in the Amsterdam Zuid area to share our work and give constructive feedback. Fiction for ages YA and up are welcome. Interested? Send us a message via our Facebook group or…
Book about non-cliche merpeople: Into the Drowning Deep
Another interesting book as research for my FISH series project. I just finished reading this thriller by Mira Grant set in the near future about mermaids. It was interesting to read her take on the unfolding of the mermaid myth. I personally would’ve preferred a few less POVs, but it was still an enjoyable read….
Book with non-cliche merpeople: The Moon and the Sun
My current project, FISH (working title for my fantasy series), involves a species of merpeople loosely based on the Jengu, ancient lake mermaids from Africa. I call them Chengu in my series. Unfortunately finding good books about merpeople that aren’t cliche romances is hard to come by, so I was pleased to come across this…