Verge Columns

A Spoonful of Sugar (August, 2000) Description in fantasy. Currently posted on dowse.com site soon.

The Name Game (September, 2000) Naming characters

Speaking the Speech (October, 2000) Writing dialogue

The Writer's Little Black Book (November, 2000) A writer's prime resource.

It Isn't Really the End of the World as We Know It (December, 2000) Handling rejection

Where Do We Go From Here? (January, 2001) Submitting your work

Putting the Sizzle in Steamy Scenes (February, 2001) Writing erotic scenes

Priming the Proverbial Pumps (March, 2001) How to get started--reprinted on Elizabeth Delisi's website for the month of August, 2001  (Although my article is now taken down, check out Liz's site for other fascinating writing articles.)

The Plot Thickens (April, 2001) Basic plot structure

Stirring the Mix (May, 2001) Balancing your plot elements and staying on track

Never Say Die (June, 2001) That blissful moment when it all proves worthwhile!

The Second Leg of the Stool (July, 2001) Strengthening your characterizations to add depth to your manuscript.

The Finishing Touches-Polishing Your Prose (August, 2001) A word on "voice" and making your mark