[stylist] sharing lesson and Chris Kuell

[Eve Sanchez]

And okay, I am going to be the first contributor to the list.
* Know your details. Let's say you are writing a story, totally fictional,
about a family trip. The family goes to Yellowstone National Park and in
one chapter you have them stop in West Yellowstone, Montana for lunch. West
Yellowstone is where the West entrance of the park is located so this would
happen. You put a small comment that does not seem important to the story
like 'Dad ate three Whoppers and both french fries and onion rings.'
Seemingly innocent line right? Well, as I am sure we all know, Whoppers are
from Burger King. What we may not all know is that there is no Burger King
in West Yellowstone. Little things like this show that the author takes
time to know what they are writing. Once an issue is found, the whole story
may become less credible to the reader. So, my advice is to remember the
details. What's your advice? :)

On Thu, Dec 6, 2012 at 7:05 AM, Eve Sanchez <3rdeyeonly at gmail.com> wrote:

> Writers, I opened up my email today to let you all know that we will not
> be having a shared lesson this month as the person lined up for December
> backed out and I have not had and do not still have time to reschedule. Too
> many things in my life going on right now. I am sorry. I was going to
> suggest we think of it as a holiday vacation just as we got started. We had
> an inspiring lesson from Keitei on play writing in November and have
> something wonderful being worked up by Bridget for January. As I said, I
> was going to say that, but then I read the post from Chris Kuell on tips
> for story writing and think that would be a wonderful project that we could
> all get involved in. Chris gave us a list that was written by (I am
> guessing) a great author (that I have never heard of :) ). Let's use that
> as a start and everyone contribute to this list. What helps for you? What
> do you think would help others? Let's make it fun. No pressure, okay? Also
> wanted to let you know that I am leaving town in a couple of days and while
> trying to compact my luggage so I do not have to check anything in, I have
> decided to leave my huge and ancient laptop at home. I am schedule to fly
> home on December 21st (as long as the Earth does not blow up while I am in
> the air). I will miss our interaction and hope to come home to a full inbox
> from all of you. As Hanuka is closing, I hope that it was well for those
> who celebrate. As Yule Solstice and Christmas approach, I hope all stay in
> the health to enjoy their chosen holiday. Be blessed and keep writing.
> Merry part, Eve