Tag: writing
And We’re Back!
We’re back after a long hiatus. Well…I should say I’m back as Renaissance Writing, LLC has been here the whole time. So, what have I been up to since I apparently haven’t been publishing blogs or podcasts (but there are two new ones out…so check them out)? Well, a lot! I have been doing a […]
Read MoreWriting Resources For Inspiration
If you’re like me, and have a million and one things to do, sometimes it can be hard to stay motivated. We can all use a little something to keep us inspired. Hence, I give you a few resources I use for writing inspiration and to stay on top of the industry. Podcasts If you […]
Read MoreThe Art of the Draft
In any execution of a writing project, it is important to learn the art of the draft. Some people have a skewed idea of what it takes to get a project done. Very seldom is it a “one and done” situation when it comes to creating the perfect piece (what really is perfect any way?). […]
Read MoreGuides to Love: A Short List
I recently attended a manuscript workshop that was hosted by a friend. She had recently written a book (I edited it) and wanted to help others get started on their passion project. Of the many questions that I was asked as an editor, one stood out: which guides do I use when I’m writing and […]
Read MoreGetting Published
So, you wrote something magnificent and now you want to get it published. How in the heck do you do that? You’ve heard about E-Publishing and you know about publishing powerhouses such as Random House, Penguin, etc or maybe you want to be featured in your favorite magazine. Whichever way you want to go, here […]
Read MoreFollowing Your Passion
Following your passion, comes with being versatile and taking strides in different directions. If you follow my website or blog, you’ll notice that I have been absent for a while. I was knee deep in an article about black girls and physical health. It was a project that I was passionate about which was published […]
Read MoreResolving to be Resolute In 2017
Happy 2017, all! I hope that all of my readers, browsers, and fellow writers, had a wonderful holiday season. I very much enjoyed mine and am very excited to see what wonderful things this new year brings! Over my holiday, I was very happy to enjoy some time with friends that I haven’t seen in […]
Read MoreMy favorite books and authors
While I went to school for professional writing, creative writing has always interested me and been at the forefront of what I create. I really enjoy books that take my mind on a physical journey to far away places.If you are a creative writer, chances are you have a list of books and authors that […]
Read MoreWhat’s Your Story?
If you have followed any of the articles that I’ve written for the Soul Pitt Quarterly, then you’ll know that I LOVE HISTORY. It was my minor is college and has always been #3 on the list of things that I have enjoyed since I was a kid. I owe much of this adoration to […]
Read MoreReadying The Mind to Write
How do you begin writing? Do you just sit down and get to it or does it take you a while? Writing, as we know, is a process. Whether you jot all your ideas in a notebook or begin writing lines on your laptop, your mind must go through a process to develop your ideas. […]
Read MoreBrainstorming and Outlining Will Help You Write
It’s not easy to become a J.K. Rowling, Zora Neale Hurston, or a George Orwell. Yet, so many people think that if you just sit down and start writing…Voila! You will have a book. However, the truth is, writing a book is definitely, a process. Depending on what you are writing, whether it is a […]
Read MoreWriting Tip: Proper Salutations
A salutation is always a great thing to include in an email. Salutations set the tone, which is important when there is a critical message to convey. Try a “Good Morning” or “Hello”. Perception, even in writing, is always key! Things to avoid: “Hey!” “What’s up?” “Dear Sir, or Ma’am” “To Whom It May Concern,” […]
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