A long time ago, when I wore pigtails but not by choice (like I do now), I wanted to learn how to juggle. I don't know why, but somehow I got it in my … [Read more...]
Don’t be a dick to yourself
Like some of the other writers at ELEW I've been thinking a lot about etiquette this month and I've decided I’d like to address a side of writing … [Read more...]
Recycled Post: Self-Promo, Spam, and Sockpuppetry
Note: This post is made of 100% recycled materials as Dr. Dina is out of the office today on a housecall. This post was originally written back in … [Read more...]
Coffeehouse Douchebaggery
So, I was at a coffeehouse yesterday and had the distinct displeasure of watching a "writer" at work. To back up, I live in a college town. I'm … [Read more...]
DOUBT
Today's assignment is this. Look around you for a minute and pick out a writer you know, either online or in the real world. Somebody you respect, and … [Read more...]
Self-Publishing 101 with Mama Bitchstress: Hiring an Editor (Part 2)
Welcome back! Okay, here's the second half of the post on hiring an editor. (Part 1 is here.) How expensive is it going to be? Ahahaha, … [Read more...]
Series Post: Ask Dr. Dina – Drowning
DISCLAIMER: I am not a doctor, nor do I play one on TV. I do not hold a current medical license or certification (I let them lapse because I no longer … [Read more...]
Etiquette… Basic stuff, really.
Okay, so my name is Skye. Yes, I write as Melinda Skye, but my real first name is Skye. And, in case it wasn't apparent, I am a girl. Woman, I should … [Read more...]
Focus: An Experiment
You may have noticed (but probably didn't) that I completely forgot to write a post last time it was my turn. Thursday. Two weeks ago. And I very … [Read more...]
Happy Birthday Trouserless Scion!
Time zones are a funny thing, and though technically we here at the ELEW are still on time to celebrate our Trouserless Scion's anniversary of his … [Read more...]
Self-Publishing 101 with Mama Bitchstress: Hiring an Editor (Part 1)
Hiring an editor is one of the most difficult tasks when self-publishing. In commercial publishing, usually (not always) your initial editor is … [Read more...]
Feeling unqualified
So, I have a confession to make. I haven't written a word since my daughter was born. Well, that's not entirely true. I did some edits, but I haven't … [Read more...]
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