Avoiding Idiocy and Other Fun Writerly Things

Okay, I know that linking to a post of links in kind of lame. But in this case, it's worth it! Therese Walsh over at Writer Unboxed lists some great resources as An Almost-Published Writer's Guide to Not Being Stupid. I don't know about you guys, but I'm fairly ditzy. Anything that can help me avoid eventual idiocy is a good thing!


Lynn Viehl is one of my favorite writer/bloggers. She contributes to the group blog Genreality as well. She recently posted about how important characters are to your brand. This makes total sense to me. Some of the most popular and powerful series are known, not by their authors but by their characters. Harry Dresden, Anita Blake, Mercy Thompson, Anna Pigeon, Kinsey Millhone, James Bond. Viehl's insights on the subject apply to most of our regular members. It certainly got me thinking about my own imaginary people!

She also gives advice on her own blog about what to do and what not to do when a young'un you're close to shows interest in writing. Good stuff there, too.

I hope to see you all at the next Smyrna Writers meeting - this Saturday at 1:00!