A Writer’s Work

There is much more to writing than just telling stories. Being a writer these days means wearing many hats. Researcher. Reader. Publisher. Businesswoman. This is where I will post the lessons I’ve learned along the way.

 
The Missing Voice
Barbara Cottrell Barbara Cottrell

The Missing Voice

I knew I was missing something in my story but I couldn’t figure out what it was.

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So Many Choices…
Barbara Cottrell Barbara Cottrell

So Many Choices…

Let me tell you the tale.

It starts with a donkey who is both hungry and thirsty. Like most donkeys, he is stubborn, a creature of habit, and always drinks or eats depending on which bucket is closer. This system works well for awhile.

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Fork In The Road
Barbara Cottrell Barbara Cottrell

Fork In The Road

Traditional or self-publishing?
My journey has only just begun and I’ve already reached a major fork in the road.

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Notes From StokerCon 2022
Barbara Cottrell Barbara Cottrell

Notes From StokerCon 2022

You know you’re in the right place when the titles of the talks are “The Tell-Tale Kidney” and “Whatever Possessed You?”

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