Much buzz has been made about the movie version of Kevin Kwan’s novel Crazy Rich Asians. The movie is significant as it is the first major studio film in the U.S. with an all-Asian and Asian American cast in 25 years (since 1993’s The Joy Luck Club). Of course, it is joined in this categoryContinue reading “Crazy Rich Asians: Does the movie live up to the book?”
Author Archives: Chelsea
Should I be political in my writing?
In today’s climate, it seems like everything is infused with politics and strong views. It’s hard to have a conversation without some crazy news story coming up. So, when you’re writing fiction, should you follow this trend? Especially if you’re claiming to write modern or contemporary fiction, it can seem hard to leave out anyContinue reading “Should I be political in my writing?”
Fiction Friday: Chaos Theory snippet
Every other Friday, I’ll post a snippet of my own writing for what I’m calling “Fiction Fridays.” Here’s the first installment, featuring a section from the beginning of my current work-in-progress, a contemporary fiction novel titled Chaos Theory. The scene describes the initial meeting between the main character, Meredith, and an important secondary character, Jeremiah.Continue reading “Fiction Friday: Chaos Theory snippet”
Shelf to Screen Reviews: An Introduction
A regular feature I’ll be posting is something I’m calling “Shelf to Screen reviews.” These, simply, are reviews of movies that are based on books. It’s less of a critique of the book or movie and more evaluating how true the movie stayed to the book, whether in spirit or in actual plot line. OfContinue reading “Shelf to Screen Reviews: An Introduction”
10 podcasts to make you a better writer
I am unapologetically a podcast junkie–ask anyone. They’re a great way to expand your knowledge of the world, get advice from the pros, and listen to some great stories. This makes them a valuable resource for writers, and I’ve rounded up my top ten to help you grow in your skills and knowledge. 88 CupsContinue reading “10 podcasts to make you a better writer”
Dialogue Tags: what they are and how to use them
We have conversations of all sorts every day, and yet including them in our writing can be challenging. What’s interesting to the reader? What is too boring or too confusing? One of the key parts of writing when characters are talking is dialogue tags, and they can make or break your conversation. So what areContinue reading “Dialogue Tags: what they are and how to use them”
How to preserve creative energy by removing decision fatigue
Do you ever spend all day running around, whether it’s working, going to school, or just doing errands, then come home in the evening and feel like you’re incapable of writing? You have the time, maybe you’re even sitting at the computer, but the words just won’t come. If this happens over and over, itContinue reading “How to preserve creative energy by removing decision fatigue”
7 computer wallpapers to inspire your writing
The computer is both a blessing and a curse for any writer. It makes writing faster and research easier, but it also opens the temptation to wander down internet rabbit holes and waste hours away on social media. To help keep you focused and remind you that you should be writing, here are seven backgrounds forContinue reading “7 computer wallpapers to inspire your writing”
Fiction Friday: Ghost Story
I wrote this story in my sophomore year of college. It was originally published in Wide Angle Journal of Literature and Film. Enjoy! This was country dark—the kind of dark where you were so far away from cities and street lights that you could put your hand just inches away from your face and stillContinue reading “Fiction Friday: Ghost Story”