A few weeks ago Jessica at jessicabakkers.com was kind enough to add me to the Outcast Bloghouse, and while this is later than I had originally intended, I want to take a moment to formally say thank you, and recommend that anyone who has not visited jessicabakkers.com should definitely take a moment to browse the substantial library of past posts. Some relate to the craft of writing, or share a bit about Jessica’s own writing projects, but I’ve always been drawn to the INFJ posts, where Jessica delves into a some of the strengths and shortcomings of a personality type often found among writers.
There is a wonderful variety to Jessica’s content, including links to numerous other bloggers who’ve been lucky enough to earn a place on her site.
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Not a Writer, an Entrepreneur
While most posts on writing focus on the art and craft, this author has chosen to focus on the economic aspects. A good read for anyone trying to sustain themselves financially through writing.
Never Tell Me the Odds—Getting Your Head Right for Success
TO BOLDLY GO… — Needull in a haystack
Needull in a haystack has a strong nose for interesting articles, but I think this one is particularly useful to writers as another example of different perspectives. Fanfiction offers another window into the stories that capture people’s interest.
Two “Star Trek” plot devices proved a gift for writers struggling to bring their avowedly heterosexual heroes to a mutual understanding. As a half-Vulcan, Spock is able to establish a telepathic link with others simply by touching them (the “mind meld”). In one slash fic after another, some emergency makes it essential that he mind-melds […]
Discovery Writers and Outliners
The question of whether to outline or improvise a story is an ongoing debate for many writers. I think this post by M.L.S. Weech offers some sound advice for anyone struggling to decide how to write their story.