Tag Archives: Indiana Writers Consortium

Before Pressing the Send Button…

Posted on August 17, 2015 by Michelle McGill-Vargas

I am a dog lover. For me, my poodle and Corgi are my children. When the time came to find a place to board them for a couple of days, I took my time looking for the right place. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Publishing, Writing advice | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

How I Wrote My Poem: Guest Post by Tom Spencer

Posted on July 6, 2015 by Michelle McGill-Vargas

I am reblogging this previous guest post in memory of my friend, Tom Spencer, who passed away June 30, 2015. How does one create poetry? I have no idea. I’ve tried it a few times and have only read one in my … Continue reading →

Posted in Guest Blogger, Poetry, writing method | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Pros and Cons of Publishing with a Small Press: A Publisher’s Perspective

Posted on April 20, 2015 by Michelle McGill-Vargas

At one time, I would have never considered querying a small press. To be honest, with everyone either self-publishing or working toward obtaining a publishing deal with a traditional press, I just wasn’t exposed to information about small presses. Until I … Continue reading →

Posted in Publishing | Tagged , , , , , | 1 Comment

Boost Your Writing Creativity by Not Writing

Posted on March 30, 2015 by Michelle McGill-Vargas

The Indiana Writers Consortium recently posted a question on Facebook: What are the top five important pieces of advice to give someone to boost their creativity in their writing? I offered my five: 1. Read as many different genres as … Continue reading →

Posted in Critique groups, Goal Setting, Writer blog, Writing advice, Writing Technique | Tagged , , , , , | 1 Comment

To Be (Or Not To Be) A Socially-Conscious Writer

Posted on December 29, 2014 by Michelle McGill-Vargas

I’m wrapping up 2014 with a post I’d previously published on the Indiana Writers Consortium blog. Enjoy and see you all in 2015! I don’t consider myself to be a socially-conscious writer. I haven’t blogged about the recent grand jury … Continue reading →

Posted in Communication, Social Issues, Writing advice, writing method | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment