Monthly Archives: July 2021

Lament from the Lake (Encore)

Posted on July 25, 2021 by joshlangston

Subtitle: How writing has ruined my reading…. We’ve spent an idyllic weekend at a lake resort with our grandkids, and we’ve had a wonderful time. I even brought a book along to read. Sad to say, I didn’t get far. … Continue reading →

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An Unusual Encounter

Posted on July 18, 2021 by joshlangston

This week’s post will, of necessity, be brief. My bride and I are traveling, and my writing time is limited. HOWEVER, something has occurred quite recently that I feel compelled to mention; I’ve met someone whose very existence challenges my … Continue reading →

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The Power of Dialog (Encore)

Posted on July 11, 2021 by joshlangston

It’s unfair to highlight one aspect of writing, whether non-fiction or fiction (in any of its many flavors) when there are so many such factors to choose from. But one thing is certain, bad dialog can derail an otherwise good … Continue reading →

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How much of you should go in your book? (Encore)

Posted on July 4, 2021 by joshlangston

While the answer is obvious for those who write memoir or family histories, the question becomes a great deal trickier when one is writing fiction. To a certain extent, all of what we put in a novel is derived from … Continue reading →

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