I wanted to share my response because I think it might be beneficial to those of you out there feeling, thinking the same thing.

You know, the need to pursue writing often comes before one even KNOWS if he or she has talent. It comes from a desire, a need to express something. The fact that you’re pulled to write is BIG. For me, writing was always a NEED. Started writing when I was 10, and it was all about looking at the world and writing what interest me, then what I didn’t understand, then what I hated, then what I wanted to be made right, and on and on.

That pull to write is important because it will warm your heart when you’re rejected, it will urge you on when you receive criticism, and it will move you to want to learn so that you can better your craft.

First and foremost, I think you need to KEEP the pull. Recognize it. Communicate with it. Nurture it.

Allow the pull to keep you writing.

As you write, think about what you seem “called” to write about. This calling isn’t set in stone, but it’s a great place to begin to think about who you are as a writer and what you hope to convey in your writing.

As you write, READ. Read works you deem “good,” and be able to illustrate to yourself why they are good and what you can glean from these findings for your own writing.

As you write, READ. Read works you deem “bad,” and be able to illustrate to yourself why they might be bad and what you can glean from these findings for your own writing.

As you write, READ. Read works about writing, especially those books that delve into the issues you find you make consistently in your work. You want as many tools in your writer’s toolbox as possible.

Connect with other writers, especially those willing to read and critique your work. It’s important to know what you want to get out of a critique group and what you can bring to that group; you do not just want to jump into a group and wallow within it. And be open to constructive criticism.

And almost as important as your writing these days is your platform – who you are, what you stand for, how your writing reflects this, who you connect with, network with, how you BRAND yourself.

But ultimately, I think it is about the PULL. If you don’t feel moved to write, who will be compelled to read WHAT you write?

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Starting January 1, 2010, the number of edits I do a month will change indefinitely. One or two edits will be done per month (and no books over 200,000 words). I will not be doing edits in May, September, or December 2010. If you are interested in my services and wish to reserve a spot for 2010, spaces are available; however, they do go quickly because I have many repeat clients, and new clients crop up weekly.

You will need to reserve a space at least a month in advance. When you reserve a spot, you will be required to put down a $50.00 deposit on editorial services (paid through PayPal ~ will be applied to overall editorial fee); the remainder balance will be paid according to a fee schedule you and I set up.

I will contact all scheduled clients at least two weeks before an edit to insure you are still interested in the services. If for any reason you wish to cancel or postpone editorial services, the deposit will not be refunded.

Vacant spots not filled within two weeks before an upcoming month will be deleted from the editing queue.

Be sure to check out the Editorial Services page at CLG Entertainment and contact me at the e-mail address provided on there. The page also contains the type of information you should send in the e-mail, such as project name, genre, and word count.

Thanks ~ looking forward to hearing from you!

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You will need to reserve a space at least a month in advance.  When you reserve a spot, you will be required to put down a $50.00 deposit on editorial services (paid through PayPal ~ will be applied to overall editorial fee); the remainder balance will be paid according to a fee schedule you and I set up.

I will contact all scheduled clients at least two weeks before an edit to insure you are still interested in the services.  If for any reason you wish to cancel or postpone editorial services, the deposit will not be refunded.

Vacant spots not filled within two weeks before an upcoming month will be deleted from the editing queue.

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You will need to reserve a space at least a month in advance.  When you reserve a spot, you will be required to put down a $50.00 deposit on editorial services (paid through PayPal ~ will be applied to overall editorial fee); the remainder balance will be paid according to a fee schedule you and I set up.

I will contact all scheduled clients at least two weeks before an edit to insure you are still interested in the services.  If for any reason you wish to cancel or postpone editorial services, the deposit will not be refunded.

Vacant spots not filled within two weeks before an upcoming month will be deleted from the editing queue.

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August marks the third installment of CLG-E’s The Write Life for You podcast series.

This month, I’m asking, “Where do you find your story ideas?”

Head to CLG-E Podcasts and listen now to my suggestions!

If you have ideas, definitely share them!

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July marks the second installment of CLG-E’s Once Upon a Time… podcast series.

This month, I’m showcasing three faith poems: “On Soft, Tender Knees,” “I’m Sorry,” and “Loose”!

You can listen below and also take the time to check out my podcast site (CLG-E Podcasts) for future podcasts on writing and storytelling!

Please leave comments – let me know your thoughts!

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July marks the second installment of CLG-E’s The Write Life for You podcast series.

This month, I’m talking about something that ALL writers face, whether they want to admit it or not: PROCRASTINATION!

Head to CLG-E Podcasts and listen now to my thoughts on the subject!

Be sure to share your own!

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Today is the premiere of CLG-E’s Once Upon a Time… series.

Every 15th of the month, CLG Entertainment will air a new ONCE UPON A TIME (OUAT) podcast. Once Upon a Time will be a spot where I will flex my literary skills through poetry, essays, commentary, short stories, and novel excerpts.

For the premiere episode, I will be sharing two poems I wrote that explain my love of words and writing, “Storytelling: Genesis” and “The Life and Love of Ink.”

Head to CLG-E Podcasts and listen now (and become a fan there) or you can view it by clicking on the CLG-E Podcasts link above!

Let me know your thoughts!

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Here’s the premiere podcast for The Write Life for You series, What’s Your Writing Addiction?

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The World According to ChickLitGurrl blog [chicklitgurrl.org] will now be featured here, and the blog will be used to showcase articles, interviews, features, things writing-related.

CLG Entertainment is the place to be if you’re a writer looking to become BETTER and to have your writing STAND OUT in a crowd.  Through editorial services, writing-related books, online writing classes, podcasts, and articles, CLG Entertainment makes it a point to offer its clients the opportunity to make their writing SHINE.

Between now and June 1, 2009, I will be busy uploading content to the various pages; be sure to come back periodically, and definitely return for the OFFICIAL LAUNCH!

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