Writers are not the Villains Writers are not the Villains By Megan Cutler | September 8, 2014 | Comments 1 comment Every now and then a post creeps across my tumblr dash in which readers express a desire to ‘steal’ their favourite novel characters from their respective author in order to ‘shield’ them. These posts usually involve keeping the writer at bay until they ‘learn how to properly take care of’ said characters. Subsequent replies discuss … Read More Read More
100 Words of Work 100 Words of Work By Megan Cutler | July 14, 2014 | Comments 2 comments As I’ve said many a time, I prefer goals to resolutions when the new year rolls around. This year, in an attempt to improve and focus my writing, I undertook the 100 Words of Work project. Writing as a profession involves a lot more than just putting words on a page and I chose the … Read More Read More
The Stone Circle The Stone Circle By Megan Cutler | July 7, 2014 | Comments 5 comments Not long ago, I mentioned Stonehenge on my list of things to see someday. One of my dearest friends (the same one who took me to Disney World a couple years ago) felt the same way. So it became the first major trip of our visit. My in-laws decided to rent a car, partly because … Read More Read More
Missed Opportunities Missed Opportunities By Megan Cutler | June 30, 2014 | Comments 0 Comment Book blurbs and movie trailers serve the same purpose; to hook the audience. They give you a little taste of what you can expect, just enough to reel you in, then they leave you hanging. Writing a good book blurb or cutting a good trailer are another blog post. For the longest time, it seemed … Read More Read More
Get Published Podcast Get Published Podcast By Megan Cutler | June 18, 2014 | Comments 0 Comment My co-author, James, and I recently appeared on the Get Published Podcast. We talked about long-distance collaboration, self-publishing and, of course, Island of Lost Forevers. I’m a bit late to the punch with this announcement (sorry about that), but one of the joys of the Internet is infinite shelf space; check it out! Get Published … Read More Read More
Taking the Leap Taking the Leap By Megan Cutler | June 2, 2014 | Comments 1 comment There seems to be an eternal debate between Traditional Publishing and Self-publishing. People will argue over which is ‘better,’ with certain camps believing adamantly that self-publication ‘doesn’t count.’ I’m not here to throw my two cents into the ring; it’s obvious where my opinion falls. Suffice to say, there are advantages and disadvantages to each … Read More Read More
Island of Lost Forevers Available Now! Island of Lost Forevers Available Now! By Megan Cutler | May 13, 2014 | Comments 0 Comment I’m certain you recall my announcement from a few weeks back about the upcoming release of Island of Lost Forevers, my first novel, co-written by the fabulous James Abendroth. The time is now Ladies and Gentlemen; Island of Lost Forevers is available for Kindle! Buy it from: Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk, or your resident amazon address … Read More Read More
Who Am I? Who Am I? By Megan Cutler | May 12, 2014 | Comments 3 comments I’m sure it’s a bit late for a post like this, but I realized I’ve never properly introduced myself on this blog. And in light of current events, it seems appropriate. My name is Megan Cutler. I’m 28 years old and I’m a writer. Books have been a part of my life as far back … Read More Read More
Coming Soon – Island of Lost Forevers Coming Soon – Island of Lost Forevers By Megan Cutler | April 21, 2014 | Comments 3 comments Ten years ago, I began an incredible journey. No longer satisfied with scribbles and abandoned projects, I sat down with a very good friend to write a full-fledged novel. A decade later, the project has seen many ups and downs, halts and restarts, but at last I get to share it with you. Introducing: When … Read More Read More
A Rose Without a Name A Rose Without a Name By Megan Cutler | March 31, 2014 | Comments 0 Comment As I strive to improve my writing, I take note of my bad habits. Words I tend to use too often, awkward phrasing, the unfortunate tendency to write in past perfect tense. One of my worst habits is avoiding names. Minor characters end up as confusing jumbles of description, repeatedly referenced, just so I don’t … Read More Read More