Tag: editing

• Words for Tastes & Aromas

  Here is a cheat sheet to help you add sensory details involving the most overlooked senses–taste and smell.

  rwoodsfiction

  August 7, 2015

  Writing, Writing Resources

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• Writing Resource: Room Planner

  Okay, so this isn’t earth shattering or anything, but it is something I find helpful when I can’t visualize something.  A few books back, I received a startling note from my editor: FIX THIS! I scanned through her notes and her confusion was a result of my room description. And, to tell you the truth,…

  rwoodsfiction

  January 23, 2015

  Allure, Writing, Writing Resources

  amwriting, concrete description, descriptions, design a room, editing, FREE, free resource, robin woods, robin woods blog, robin woods fiction, room planner

• 6 Tips for Writing a Novel

  I am often asked how I manage to write a book (or more) a year with teaching, kids, and a healthy home life. Yes, sometimes I just want to curl up in fetal position and “make it all go away.” Eh, I’m human. But most days I move forward–even with a smile on my face. So…

  rwoodsfiction

  January 22, 2015

  Social Media, Writing, Writing Resources

  advice, amwriting, editing, read, writing, writing tips

• FAN QUESTION: SECOND DRAFTS

  I just finished the first draft of my first novel. I was wondering if you had any tips on seconds drafts. What do you usually focus on and look for when you rework your first drafts? Anonymous First of all, congratulations!  Finishing an entire novel is something to be proud of. I have developed a…

  rwoodsfiction

  November 20, 2014

  Writing

  beta readers, editing, Fan Questions