I'm not talking about words or characters today. Not even Tolkien. And maybe you're wondering why I'm taking a break from the usual. It's because this is important right now. The thing is, I write primarily fiction, so you may be questioning why I'm writing on this topic at all. It's because truth transcends genre. … Continue reading When Truth Offends
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The Truth About Clichés
I've been thinking a lot lately about clichés. Writers are told to avoid them like the plague. They are a horribly awful very bad idea. A big no-no. Clichés are a sign of lazy writing, amateur writing, and all sorts of other writing that you'd never want to associate with. Think of the young, orphaned, … Continue reading The Truth About Clichés
For His Glory Alone 