Short Stories

Structural Scales

Last week, I talked a bit about my process when coming up with a structural system that fit my story. I highly recommend checking that blog out before diving into this one. As a refresher, last week, I shared an alphabetical system that I created to help pace my story. Those beats were:Addition: the beginning.Battle:…

The Magic of Structure

It is unlikely to shock you to discover my first draft was a nightmare. Despite (maybe even because of) nearly a decade of writing, planning, rewriting, and adjusting, the first time I made it to the end was a mess. So much so, I actually scrapped the whole thing. Exactly ONE aspect remained: I wanted…

Thriving in 2021

Hi guys, long time no blog. I would apologize for my hiatus, but I believe it was for the better. Let me give a bit of an update:Since my last post I have moved to a new state and started a new job; America has gone through the 2020 election and inauguration, as well as…

Draft 4: Chapter 1

Welcome back to my WIP updates! After several weeks of computer troubles, I’m having to settle with the fact that I won’t be able to make header images for my next few posts, but I decided to press on anyway. So, those keeping up with past posts will have noticed that the last revision reached…

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About Me

My name is Rena Grace, and I’m here to talk writing with you. I hold a degree in architecture, but I have an undying passion for storytelling. I post new content on Mondays and would love to see you around!

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