Idea Generation: Some of the Work is Done for You

Ciao, amici! I wanted to discuss idea generation today. I've always known this was a possibility (and maybe I've even subconsciously done this before), but after a long discussion---and subsequent project assignment---at work, I thought I'd bring it up here. At work, we're all doing an exercise where we're given a very generic outline to write …

Bonus Friday: Typos

Hey, SE Readers, Joan here to start this post off. It's the fifth Friday, and you know what that means. Time for another group post. We've been talking about doing this one for a while---a little humor we hope will brighten your day. Here's how it all started: Several years ago, Staci and I were …

Researching Other Time Periods

Happy Monday, SEers! You're with Mae today as we wind down to the last week of November. If you live in the U.S., that means it's almost Thanksgiving.  I wish you a happy Turkey Day in advance. May it be filled with fun, family, and good food! Earlier this month, I shared a post about …

Friday Book Share: A Comprehensive List

Ciao, amici! This is my last book share for the year, so I'm going to do something a little different than usual. I'm choosing five books. That's right, not one, but five. Why? Two reasons: This might help you choose a holiday gift for friends and/or family (or even yourself). I want to show my …

Author Essentials Part 3: Website

Good morning story Empire readers, P. H. here today with another edition of Author Essentials. Previously to foundation topics were discussed, domain name choices and establishing an email address for your writing needs. You can click on the links for each of those to catch up in the series necessary or refer back to them. …