Readers frequently talk about the style or narrative flavor of authors they enjoy. They'll say, "That sounds like something __ wrote," or "This reminded me of ___" or "The tone of that was flat." But sometimes, we authors we sometimes don't know what gives us our writing voice. What makes writing sound different or interesting … Continue reading How to Give Your Narration Flavor
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Metal on metal On hair And suddenly a year of my life Is lying on the counter. My head is lighter: Shorn or free? Discarded locks hold the key, Perhaps. But they are wet and limp and silent And their companion-ends Too raw for an opinion. I'll sleep on it, And see what I think … Continue reading To a Haircut