The Difference Between Narrative Style and Writing Method The Difference Between Narrative Style and Writing Method By Megan Cutler | May 27, 2019 | Comments 1 comment In the wake of Game of Thrones Season 8 there have been a number of well-reasoned discussions about the differences between plotting and pantsing. And how switching between the two mid-narrative might be a source of trouble. I highly recommend this Twitter thread by Daniel Silvermint. Also this video by Jesse Cox. Both delve into … Read More Read More
A Matter of State; A Tale of Humility A Matter of State; A Tale of Humility By Megan Cutler | May 24, 2019 | Comments 0 Comment When I asked my Facebook group which character they’d like to hear more about, they almost unanimously chose Rose. After my Seven Deadly Domerins series, I played around with the idea of another series of Heavenly Virtues prompts. I only ever did one in the past, and they’re an interesting group of traits to consider. … Read More Read More
Announcing a New and Improved Eternity’s Empire Saga Announcing a New and Improved Eternity’s Empire Saga By Megan Cutler | May 20, 2019 | Comments 3 comments I like to start every year with a list of things I’d like to accomplish. It gives me something to focus on and keeps me on track. I started 2019 with big ambitions. I even included stretch goals in case I knocked it out of the park. Within a month I realized many of those … Read More Read More
The Mountain’s Price The Mountain’s Price By Megan Cutler | May 17, 2019 | Comments 0 Comment This is the final installment in my Wandering Mountain’s series. If you need a refresher, it started with Child of the Plains and continued in Man of the Mountain, then again in Legends of Old. It picks up with Council of Silver and The Traitor’s Trial followed by Spirit of the Mountains. Here’s the story: … Read More Read More
March Break Highlights: Seattle Aquarium March Break Highlights: Seattle Aquarium By Megan Cutler | May 13, 2019 | Comments 0 Comment I like aquariums. I’ve toured several since I started this blog, and always make a point of documenting the experience. Every time I enter an aquarium, I have two objectives: be hypnotized, however briefly, by the jellyfish. And meet the octopus. I love jellyfish. I keep the Monetary Bay Aquarium’s Jellyfish cam on bookmark for … Read More Read More
Noble Responsibilities; A Tale of Chastity Noble Responsibilities; A Tale of Chastity By Megan Cutler | May 10, 2019 | Comments 0 Comment Since I’m about to wrap up my series on the Wandering Mountains, I decided it was time for a new project. When I asked my Facebook group which character they’d like to hear more about, they almost unanimously chose Rose. After my Seven Deadly Domerins series, I played around with the idea of another series … Read More Read More
Empower Your Writing with these Simple Tricks Empower Your Writing with these Simple Tricks By Megan Cutler | May 6, 2019 | Comments 1 comment Since I started these editing guides, we’ve covered a lot. We started with the basics of grammar and punctuation. We also spent some time on passive voice, character perspective, and how to enhance character voice. Of course, none of this advice can replace having an editor or betas to help pinpoint your mistakes, but the … Read More Read More
Spirit of the Mountains Spirit of the Mountains By Megan Cutler | May 3, 2019 | Comments 0 Comment Here is the penultimate installment of the Wandering Mountains saga! It started with Child of the Plains and continued in Man of the Mountain, then again in Legends of Old. It picks up with Council of Silver and The Traitor’s Trial. The stunning conclusion will go live two weeks from today! I got the idea … Read More Read More
March Break Highlights: Savoring Seattle By Segway March Break Highlights: Savoring Seattle By Segway By Megan Cutler | April 29, 2019 | Comments 1 comment Two years ago, a good friend of mine moved within driving distance. For anyone who maintains contact with high school friends post graduation, you know how big a deal that is (huge, in fact). Since then, we’ve been taking advantage of March Break to visit. Last year, we spent a dreary week hoping for a … Read More Read More
The Oracle’s Choice The Oracle’s Choice By Megan Cutler | April 26, 2019 | Comments 0 Comment It seems every time I post an installment of this story, an addition pops into my head. I wrote this shortly after scheduling The Oracle’s Game to post. And I wrote that one shortly after re-reading The Oracle’s Disc – which was originally supposed to be a stand alone story. I’m not sure where this … Read More Read More