DEADlines

by KallieRoss | Apr 17, 2014 | #LoveWriteCreate, Blog, Listening, Motivation, Research, Writing, Writing Exercises

The term deadline can sound severe in several circumstances, and after looking up its historical significance I found that it was first coined during the American Civil War. I was surprised at how literally it was used. A Confederate General described a line that...

#LoveWriteCreate April Showers

by KallieRoss | Apr 8, 2014 | #LoveWriteCreate, Blog, Listening, Motivation, Reading, Research, Video, Writing, Writing Exercises

Discussing writing with writers. That’s what we do. Morgan, Gaby, and I take on April with a little more ‘life’, and a little less literature. There has been so much going on, and we have been feeling a little overwhelmed… But doesn’t...

I want to be…

by KallieRoss | Apr 3, 2014 | Blog, Listening, Motivation, Writing, Writing Exercises

Writing words is how I color my own life. Last week, a group of my friends went through a weekend of The Daring Way (by Brene Brown) together. I want to take the time to write a post each week in April to reminisce and remind myself of the lessons I learned. I hope...

Pursuing Patience

by KallieRoss | Nov 18, 2013 | #LoveWriteCreate, Blog, Listening, Motivation, Writing

“Use it before you lose it.” I have been writing for over two years, and I’m currently working on my second novel. Patience is something I struggle with, and I like to think we all struggle with it (because it makes me feel better).  I take time each...

I’m Horrible at ________!

by KallieRoss | Nov 10, 2013 | #LoveWriteCreate, Blog, Listening, Motivation, Writing

What first popped into your mind when you read ‘I’m Horrible at ________!’? Did you fill the blank with Writing, Organizing, Blogging, Time Managing, Creating, Outlining? Or maybe, you’re dealing with a different season of life and your brain...

My Inspiration Index

by KallieRoss | Oct 25, 2013 | #LoveWriteCreate, Blog, Listening, Motivation, Research, Writing

While writing my second book, I’ve noticed that there are days I just don’t feel like writing. I get down on myself, question my story, and struggle with getting motivated when I do have time to write. There are few things that have become my ‘Go-To...