stephanieraffelockFeb 27, 20184 minThe Writing Pep-Talk Rant -a-Rama!This is a pep-talk sort of rant that is as much for me as it is for anyone. Be forewarned: I speak of some unsavory aspects of writing...
stephanieraffelockMay 2, 20164 minProcess, Preparation and ProseIf you are someone who writes by the seat of their pants, this essay is not for you. Stephen King, the grand Pooh-Bah of pantsing is...
stephanieraffelockFeb 11, 20162 minInvesting In Your WritingBy the time you are working in the long-form format of the novel or the memoir, craft becomes the big thing. Story. Craft is what makes...
stephanieraffelockSep 20, 20152 minDelights and DeliveranceOur group goes to the Minnenhauf. It means “house of love.” We meet Sister Felicitous, who tells us about the women from whose...
stephanieraffelockAug 10, 20153 minWe Are All Connected By Our StoriesWriters are a quirky lot. We spend a lot of time in our introverted creative bubbles, so when we do venture out, it’s kind of a party....