Writing – Suzanne Warr

Seven Self-Care Steps for Successful Authoring

On the last Thursday in February I choked my way through a phone call with the vet who would be coming later that morning to put my dog down. It was time, and he’d shown us clearly he was ready, but it’s still never easy to say goodbye to a beloved furry family member. My

Three Cinderellas from around the world, for MMGM

23AprilSuzanne10 CommentsMarvelous Middle Grades, The Bookshelf, Writing

This weekend I will be going to my first ever SCBWI novel retreat, complete with a round table peer critique, one-on-one editorial critique, and presentations designed to help us break out and rock the world. I’m so excited! And since my agent has my current manuscript on submission–with some of the very editors in attendance–we

A WriteOnCon Wrap-up of Talking Points

5MarchSuzanne8 CommentsNewsy Bits About Writing and Writers, Writing

Writing conferences…an energy rush from new ideas, the opportunity to connect with industry professionals, the chance to workshop and get feedback…they’re wonderful, right? But it can be challenging to get away, and they’re often rather hard on the bank account, too! A few years ago I discovered WriteOnCon– –and have found it to be a

For MMGM: What Does the Perfect Middle Grade Novel Look Like?

10OctoberSuzanne21 CommentsMarvelous Middle Grades, Writing

One week ago I attended the SCBWI Carolinas conference, and had such a great time! It’s been a couple years since I’ve been able to drive down and participate in all three days, and it was great to have the time this year to see (almost) everyone I wanted to see and spend more time

The End of the Alligator Days

29AugustSuzanne4 CommentsThe Bookshelf, Writing

Hello, dear friends! How was your summer? Mine was lovely–all that I hoped it could be, and soo restorative! I am energized and enthused and ready for the writing and editing projects of the fall. Plus the fun of faires and festivals, pumpkin days and crisp leaves raining from a clear blue sky. I love

An Authorial Survival Guide to the Submission Roller Coaster

13JuneSuzanne12 CommentsMarvelous Middle Grades, Writing

How do you do amusement parks? Â Are you someone who dashes from one roller coaster to the next, or would you rather watch the stroller and bag while you munch your hot roasted almonds? Â If you’re an author, you will find yourself repeatedly tossing aside your cotton candy and climbing on the submission roller coaster,

Happy Leap Day! Plus, a shout-out for Nanny X Returns, for MMGM

29FebruarySuzanne11 CommentsMarvelous Middle Grades, Newsy Bits About Writing and Writers, The Bookshelf, Writing

It’s that magical day that we all get to time travel forward an extra day! Â None of this mundane aging stuff for us today. Â Thanks to a bit of creative calendaring, Â on February 29th we leap through the day, glide through time, and zing through space on a giant floating ball that suddenly feels younger.

Shout out for Septimus Heap, preview of goals for 2016, and winner announced!

14DecemberSuzanne9 CommentsMarvelous Middle Grades, Newsy Bits About Writing and Writers, The Bookshelf, Writing

Since this is my last post of the year, it has to do the work of three–but that’s alright. Â Tis the season to multi-task, even if you’re just a humble blog post. First up, I’d like to announce the winner of The Goblin’s Puzzle! Â The prize is a hardcover copy that will be signed by

What I Wish I’d Known for my First Nano

2NovemberSuzanne3 CommentsNewsy Bits About Writing and Writers, Writing

It’s November 2nd, and all around the world writers and their families have divided emotions. Â On the one hand, they’re sure to feel excitement, the thrill of the adventure in writing tingling through their veins. Â The clean white pages await, and the month’s potential is limitless. On the other hand, they may feel a sense

Where Will Life Take You?

12OctoberSuzanne4 CommentsExploring (travel), Writing

I was recently chatting with a friend, discussing wander lust, and wondering why mine isn’t quite as bad as it used to be. Â Then it hit me–I live vicariously through my characters, and so get to explore fantastic worlds and enjoy far off adventures on a regular basis! Â Such is the joy of being a

Suzanne Warr

Narrative designer, game designer, author

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