I have a shelf full of books on writing I’ve collected over the years. Many of them were purchased in order to help me improve my teaching, to offer to my students insights on narrative craft beyond my own. Others, I bought for inspiration, when stuck in the mire of my own writing. Every now…Continue reading Essential Books on Writing – Part 1: Steering the Craft, by Ursula LeGuin
Author: Michelle Richmond
Michelle Richmond is the New York Times bestselling author of six novels and two award-winning story collections, including The Marriage Pact, Golden State, and The Year of Fog. She is the founder and publisher of Fiction Attic Press and the creator of Novel in Nine.
Grace Paley on Voice – Writers on Writing
Grace Paley is one of the few writers whose work I could pick up, with no name or other identification on the cover, and know instantly that it is hers. Paley’s voice is so distinct, so recognizable in its abruptness, its stops and starts, its clever and heartfelt truth laced with humor. Her dialogue, in…Continue reading Grace Paley on Voice – Writers on Writing
Walking at Sea Ranch
Sea Ranch in the morning – my favorite California coastal getaway A video posted by Michelle Richmond (@michellerichmondsf) on Aug 13, 2016 at 9:30am PDT
5 Fresh, Inspiring Books on Design – The Best Design Books to Read Right Now
We all have “things that matter” in our lives, possessions that mean more to us than they could to anyone else, objects that tell our life stories. When we honor those objects and live with them in a functional way, it brings a sense of calm and order to our homes. The most inspiring design…Continue reading 5 Fresh, Inspiring Books on Design – The Best Design Books to Read Right Now
7 Mistakes to Avoid When Submitting Your Novel
The difference between getting a serious read and having your manuscript go straight to the delete file can come down to something as seemingly simple as improper formatting. Here are five mistakes that will ensure your manuscript doesn’t get read by an agent or editor: 1. Single spacing and non-standard spacing between paragraphs Manuscripts should…Continue reading 7 Mistakes to Avoid When Submitting Your Novel