Yesterday I was cutting grass with Chadwin (who happens to be my lawn mower in case y'all didn't know) when once again the perfect book idea came to me. And I say "once again" like that because this book idea is a recurring theme that strikes me as being brilliant whenever I'm cutting grass. You ready … Continue reading (Who Needs Conestoga Wagons?) Traveling by Lawn Mower & #Goals
Tag: Brainstorming
Brainstorming While Mowing
It's still rather amazing to me how many story ideas come about while I'm mowing grass. This is the ninth year I've been cutting grass, and I still find it to be one of the most delightful tasks I've ever been blessed with. My mower's name is Chadwin, and we work together as a very … Continue reading Brainstorming While Mowing
Re-Building Kios’ Storyworld (Part 1: What I’m starting with)
When I open up Pinterest on my computer and click on the search bar, my lovely previous searches come up "world building"and "writing prompts" and "exotic places" and "writing tips." Because, as it so happens, I'm a writer. And, as it so happens, Pinterest is a really great place to learn and plot and be inspired. … Continue reading Re-Building Kios’ Storyworld (Part 1: What I’m starting with)
The Swiss Alps, Spies, and Brainstorming Thoughts
Brainstorming is one of those writerly activities that I generally use as a treat for myself. It's fun, rewarding, and full of possibilities, but it's also work that seriously needs done in my writerly life. Often times I'll brainstorm for a few minutes here or there when I need a break from another writing activity … Continue reading The Swiss Alps, Spies, and Brainstorming Thoughts