Working Out Your Novel Idea

by KallieRoss | Jan 13, 2015 | #LoveWriteCreate, Blog, Writing, Writing Exercises

On this hangout, myself (Kallie Ross), Gaby Robbins, and Morgan Wylie have some fun fleshing out new novel ideas. With some of the wacky writing exercises I use in the classroom, you’ll see that your own ideas aren’t far from becoming a novel!   If...

Writing in 2015

by KallieRoss | Jan 7, 2015 | #LoveWriteCreate, Blog, Motivation, Research, Writing, Writing Exercises

Distractions and excuses have no place in 2015. Whether it’s laundry, grading papers, gabbing girlfriends, or a new episode of my favorite show I’m striving to implement the opposite of my norm. Instead of putting off writing, I plan to write and put off...

#WriterlyWeekend

by KallieRoss | Oct 17, 2014 | #LoveWriteCreate, Blog, Motivation, Writing, Writing Exercises

To kickstart a new novel, I’ve dedicated this entire weekend to writing. In addition to reaching my goal of completing two chapters, I also hope to share some writing exercises throughout the weekend. You can follow me on Twitter (@KallieRoss), or just check out...

Puzzling It All Together!

by KallieRoss | Aug 25, 2014 | #LoveWriteCreate, Blog, Motivation, Research, Video, Writing, Writing Exercises

This week Morgan Wylie, Gaby Robbins, and I talk about piecing plots and subplots together to form the best novel possible. It’s a puzzle, and there’s not a picture on the box for reference!  

Mystery & Murder

by KallieRoss | Aug 19, 2014 | Blog, Motivation, Reading, Research, Writing, Writing Exercises

My YA Murder Mystery Faves: Across the Universe by Beth Revis I Hunt Killers by Barry Lyga The Body Finder by Kimberly Derting Grave Mercy by Robin LeFevers Shelter by Harlan Coben Who wants teenagers to think it’s okay to seek out serial killers? While the...

Subplots Should Not Be Subpar! #LoveWriteCreate

by KallieRoss | Aug 18, 2014 | #LoveWriteCreate, Blog, Motivation, Research, Video, Writing, Writing Exercises

This week Gaby Robbins, Morgan Wylie, and I are talking about the importance of subplots within the main plot of our novels. If you’re curious about what we think, and/or how we plan to approach subplots in our novels watch our hangout below.   Take a look...