Month: March 2018

A Home for Aspiring Writers

Magic the Gathering, Short Stories, and Better Writing

Hey, writers.  I believe in there holistic approach when it comes to learning.  For instance, I think even Magic cards can teach us a great deal.  I think there are lessons to be learned from set design, card creation, and even flavor text. So what can we learn from Magic the Gathering? Hit the jump,…
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Happy Holidays:  What a Writer Can Learn from St. Patrick’s Day

Hey, writers.  First of all…Happy St. Patrick’s Day!  Haha.  Okay moving on.  I know a lot of people that love this holiday and for them, it’s all about partying. Instead of just celebrations though, what writer lessons can be learned here?  Is it all just partying?  Of course not. Hit the jump writers, and let’s…
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Writer Lessons:  Crafting Better Villains

Hey, writers.  I’ve done a lot of research on writing villains.  Some of it I agree with and some of I don’t.  They were all valid points though. Hit the jump and let’s talk about the “evil” side of stories.   Okay, I’m going to try to keep this short.  There’s a lot to cover…
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How much violence should your story have? (ft. Red Sparrow)

Hey, writers. I watch a lot of action movies. I see a lot of violence. I think I’m used to seeing people get blown up and shot at and stabbed. Having said that, I recently saw a movie with a lot more violence and nudity than I expected. Having said that, I recently saw Red…
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