I Bared it All and You Can, Too.

Cynthia Herron Blogging 5 Comments

Yes, today’s blog post title is a shameless play on words, but please, “bear” with me. (Stale humor–I know. Still recovering from weeks of little sleep. But…the good news is my mama’s on the mend.) A few months ago, I talked with someone about a subject near and dear to my heart. Writing, of course. In fact, it was that conversation that sparked today’s thoughts. …

10 Ways to Know You’ve Grown as a Writer

Cynthia Herron Writing 4 Comments

10.  You’re able to pop in and out of your characters’ heads without getting whiplash.   9.  You realize editing and revising are your “new normal.”   8.  Writing is your profession. Everything else is a hobby.   7.  There will always be naysayers. It’s not up to you to change them.   6.  Staying upbeat will take you farther …