Big Brain Club

Writing Tip: Talking With Props

I spend a good portion of my writing workshops discussing the importance of dialogue, and how it drives the emotion of a story. That means you must keep your dialogue interesting, and I've found that props are a good writing trick to do that. Here's what I'm talking about...

November, 2008 Exercise: Telling A Tall Tale

At its core, writing should be fun! I remember the first time I read a story aloud to an audience and received a positive response. It was an assignment in sixth grade to write a tall tale, and it really lit a creative writing fire in me, and made writing fun. It might do the same for you...

Article: The Concept of Now

Why is that adults can't seem to enjoy the moment, or "the now," as many pop-psychology authors put it...and yet kids can't seem to do anything BUT that? The sad truth is that it's one of the reasons that young people fall prey to the peer pressure around them. To read Dom's article on the subject, "The Concept of Now," just click here.

Writing Tip: Read Like a Writer

This one might sound a little tricky, but with just a bit of practice you'll get it. We all read for enjoyment, and we love the way a writer pulls us into a story. But have you ever really thought about how the writer did that? Here's what it's all about...

October, 2008 Exercise: Sports Reporting

With fall in the air, that means sports, sports, and more sports! Football is underway, volleyball is in high gear, baseball playoffs are here, hockey is ready to go, and more! So, for something a little different this month, we're going to put a reporter's hat on you. Here's how it works...