Pen and Paper Vs. Computer
For most of us, it’s easier to push a key than draw a letter. It’s certainly easier to store, send, copy, and modify a digital file than a stack of papers. Is paper simply outdated? I don’t think so. Here are four reasons to grab a pen instead of reaching for your keyboard: 1. Paper...Continue reading
Computer Problems
My laptop didn’t shut down properly. More specifically, I thought it had fully shut down and pulled the plug before it was finished. Ever since, it hasn’t worked with the power cable alone. It always has to have the battery in as well. Also, the screen freezes unless it’s at just the right angle. What...Continue reading
Saving character ideas: Villain
I have multiple documents to save interesting story, scene, and character ideas. To save a character, I write a character sketch and backstory. The character sketch describes the character's appearance, personality, and sometimes motivations and skills. The backstory explains how he or she became that way. Often, however, a character is born out of an...Continue reading