I am reading Carl Hiaasen's Nature Girl. I never doubt Hiaasen's authenticity when it comes to creating over-the-top characters. In journalism, over-the-top is sometimes the norm. What led Hiaasen to become an author? Since falling for his writing style—with which I share certain satirical values in my contemporary stories—I had decided to research the author. I… Continue reading How Does Career Choice Affect Writers?
Category: Journalism
The Unfortunate Cycle: What is the Affect of Sports Worship in Writing?
I am a die-hard college football fan. I cheered as loud as the college kids on television when ESPN's College Gameday came to the home of my team, the South Carolina Gamecocks. Before the big game, I prep a football-worthy meal, and on Sunday I go to church for my 2 year old son's baptism. Everything… Continue reading The Unfortunate Cycle: What is the Affect of Sports Worship in Writing?
Time Enough to Write
Ti You might have missed me. Maybe you missed my words, or maybe you didn't. I borrowed today's title from one of my husband's favorite books, Robert A. Heinlein's Time Enough for Love. While the 1970's award-winning, Science Fiction book examines the life and loves of Lazarus Long—the oldest living man—the book caused me to consider an… Continue reading Time Enough to Write
When Deals Go Bad
Sometimes a deal goes bad. Maybe more deals than you want. You're an artist and writer. You dedicate time to your craft. I am a writer. I dedicate time to perfect my craft, but challenges arise when you choose to become a freelance writer. There are many great freelance writers. I've met them. Some have more luck… Continue reading When Deals Go Bad
What I Learned from Sports Journalists
The best journalists are sports writers. That is right. Writers. When I volunteered at The Daily Gamecock, I wanted to write with that passion. I hoped to shoot pictures that captured a fire of emotions; the kind in which you see every line, feeling, and expression in a player's face. In high school, I shot pictures… Continue reading What I Learned from Sports Journalists
Corrie's Season 