Process

Pushing Things Away
My attempt at "Book of Rules" by The Heptones Introduction I have put together one story today and I expect that it will get a lot of reads, it is already generating a lot of reaction outside of Vocal.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 2 years ago in Writers
The Bewitched Syndrome. Top Story - January 2024.
One sits in front of a blank computer screen and wishes the words would just magically appear on it. If one could only twitch a “Bestselling American Novel.” But alas, the only person who could twitch a novel into existence was Samantha from the TV show “Bewitched.”
By Kenneth Lawson2 years ago in Writers
Beneath the Shadows, Beyond the Light
In shadows cast by flickering light, A boy with eyes dim, lost in the night. In the corners of a house, echoes of pain,
By Kelly Munala Brookes2 years ago in Writers
Fizzled
If Vocal taught me anything in my first year of membership, it was that other members hold a higher appreciation for the words fumbling from my keyboard than do the judges at Vocal. Had I written this four months ago, it would have been a bitter admission; today I state facts with a wry chuckle and a heavy dose of humility. My aspirations for 2024 are not to burn out or give up on writing.
By Mack D. Ames2 years ago in Writers
Crafting Your Unique Writing Aesthetic
This article provides an in-depth exploration of writing aesthetic, including its definition, significance for writers, tips for developing a unique aesthetic, incorporating aesthetics in different genres, examples of aesthetic writing styles, the impact of AI-driven content creation on aesthetics, the Writer Academia aesthetic, tools and resources for developing aesthetics, the benefits of having a freelance writing mentor, explaining writing aesthetic using adjectives and descriptors, and tips for crafting a unique writing aesthetic.
By Timothy A Rowland2 years ago in Writers
Why Consistent Writing Is Just - Difficult
If you've ever followed a writer on any form of social media you will - probably more than once -have seen them share some funny image about being a writer who doesn't write.
By Elise L. Blake2 years ago in Writers
Writing Sucks
The writing process is exhausting. Do not get me wrong, I love to write, but many times I get the impression that I am not good enough. I have been told by friends and loved ones that I am a good writer, so why is that not enough? This is a question that I constantly find myself revisiting.
By Justin Higgins2 years ago in Writers
Seven Days
So, per inspiration of Rachel Demming's, I thought it might be a good time to assess if this challenge has been a learning tool or a detriment for me. A week has gone by and I have "cranked out" seven pieces of my thoughts and reflections.
By Shirley Belk2 years ago in Writers
Learning By Example
“Life is a great big canvas, and you should throw all the paint on it you can.” ― Danny Kaye * When I think about where and who I want to be in 2024, a myriad of names floods my mind, and I think: I want to be like that, I want to be like them.
By Kelli Sheckler-Amsden2 years ago in Writers
Week One of Write A Story Every Day in 2024
So, I have written seven stories, one for every day of 2024 so far. The idea is to write one EVERY day in 2024 - only 366 words, no more, and this was proposed by fellow Vocalist, L.C. Schäfer. You can check her idea out here:
By Rachel Deeming2 years ago in Writers
New Year, Same Story
For much of my time on this platform, it’s been a quiet existence. It mirrored my experience of the traditional publishing world:
By Stephen A. Roddewig2 years ago in Writers
How Over Publishing Is Stopping You From Being a Successful Author
If there is one bad thing that's come from the ease of the internet and social media it's the pressure to create, create, create, no time to stop, slow down, or relax for a single minute as the one who isn't putting themselves out there every day are the ones who will be left behind while their "competition" speeds ahead to riches.
By Elise L. Blake2 years ago in Writers