"I have an advantage over a lot of writers. I'm the single cat lady in my family. I use writing as a stress reliever after taking care of my 96 year old grandmother (dementia is fun and can be funny-please don't think I'm being mean- I…"
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Katherine E. Hinkson replied to the discussion 'How often do you write?' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
Katherine E. Hinkson replied to the discussion 'How often do you write?' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"Generally, I try to write 2-3 hours every day. On a good day I can get up to 5 or 6 hours. It may be in short stolen increments, but I write everyday. I'm not the fastest writer, which is part of the reason I try to write as much as I can.…"
Katherine E. Hinkson commented on the group 'Novelists (Struggling or Not)'
"Hi Ladies, I jumped out of the frying pan into the Camp Nano fire. I'm listed under MysKat01. I'm writing paranormal mystery. I'm not sure if it will be the cozy or the darker mystery. I've completed NaNo in November several…"
Katherine E. Hinkson commented on the blog post '[REALITY CHECK] When Authors Don’t Try'
"This is a great post. For the last year or more, Sunny Fraiser has been saying the same thing. The Posse has taken it to heart and has worked hard to promote themselves and each other. If you're not ready to promote, then don't waste…"
Katherine E. Hinkson replied to the discussion 'Thinking About Writing Workshops and Conferences' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"My first conference was several years ago. I was so shy, I couldn't speak to anyone (that was the norm for me at the time). I traveled alone and attended by myself. An attendee, a old timer, took me under her wing. She guided me through the…"
Katherine E. Hinkson replied to the discussion 'How did you come up with the opening paragraphs of your novel?' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"I rewrote my opening of Shadow Images 7 times. I finally wrote everything I wanted to about my main character building up to the attack on her. If you're like me, I usually, cut a few pages, okay, I cut two chapters. But I saved what I cut and…"
Katherine E. Hinkson commented on the group 'Novelists (Struggling or Not)'
"Welcome Rachel. I also checked out your website. It's amazing. Are you the artist of the character profile? Enjoyed reading the profiles too."
Katherine E. Hinkson commented on the blog post 'TGIF -- or do you not have a weekend? Do you write 24/7??'
"I write every day. I make sure I write at least an hour a day. I enjoy the days I write for three or more hours. I look forward to those days because I feel the most free after writing and the creativity follows me around rest of the day and…"
Katherine E. Hinkson replied to the discussion 'Getting Organized: Files, Folders, Outlines, Index Cards & Software' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"I have used several different methods since I started writing. I'm trying a new way to organize (outline) my newest story. I'm using a storyboard with 3x5 index cards. There are programs that emulate the hardcopy board I'm using. I…"
Katherine E. Hinkson replied to the discussion 'Writing groups, critique partners, & beta readers' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"The offer of the critique groups rules, (these are just reccomendations not chiseled in stone) is open to anyone who would like them. Just let me know."
Katherine E. Hinkson replied to the discussion 'Writing groups, critique partners, & beta readers' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"RWA and Sisters in Crime are a couple groups. I attend local authors signings and have found others looking for a critique group. Also, adult education classes that offer writing courses also allows you to network and find other like writers.…"
Katherine E. Hinkson replied to the discussion 'Thinking About Writing Workshops and Conferences' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"Hi Regina,
I'm an Iowa resident. If you chose to go to Iowa's Writer's Workshop, be prepared to work hard and make sure you have a thick skin. Unless you are well prepared, you might consider going to a weekend shop only. They are…"
Katherine E. Hinkson commented on the group 'Novelists (Struggling or Not)'
"Sorry that is I know a lot said in a little space, but even with all that you will find something wrong, don't let editing short change the story being told. Enjoy the adventure."
Katherine E. Hinkson commented on the group 'Novelists (Struggling or Not)'
"When I first started writing, I heard about the poor man's copywriter. This was when we sent the manuscript snail mail. I would post a manuscript; have it mailed back to me. I would receive it, open it, and then kick myself. That was until the…"
Katherine E. Hinkson commented on the group 'Novelists (Struggling or Not)'
"MaryLynn great trailer. It's a wonderful visual and imaginative movie. I'm sorry I'm only able to get on internet once or twice a week, between work, family and trying to write. "
Katherine E. Hinkson replied to the discussion 'Help! I need your feedback.' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"You've recieved wonderful advice from the others already. Check for "to be verbs" and passive words or phrases remove them (my down fall). The other suggestions tighten this piece."
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- Who I am:
- My name is Kat. I have been telling and writing stories since I was four years old and the captive student of my older brothers and sister. I found that reading and writing was a great escape for a very shy girl and relief from a troubled life. I have a website that is a work in progress: Katherine.e.hinkson.com
- Books I've written, anthologies I've contributed to, and any scripts or plays I've authored:
- n/a
- Media outlets that I currently write for:
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- My writing is:
- Fiction
- Outlets where I review books, TV, or film:
- n/a
- Services I offer to other writers:
- I'm willing to critique those that are willing for a readers opinion
- I'm part of these writers' groups or salons:
- yes
- My professional associations:
- SinC Iowa SinC
- I found out about She Writes from:
- Sunny Frasier
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- At 7:59am on September 28, 2011,
Meg Waite Clayton said… - Welcome to She Writes - and glad to have you in the novelist group, Katherine! You might introduce yourself by telling us what you’re working on in the “Show Me Your Novel and I’ll Show You Mine” discussion if you're not too uncomfortable talking about what you're working on.
We do a live chat every Wednesday at 1EST; instructions on how to participate are in the "Our Water Cooler Wednesdays" box near the top of the group page. Hope you can join us for that.
Meg Waite Clayton
Novelist Group Moderator
Bestselling Author of The Four Ms. Bradwells, The Wednesday Sisters, and The Language of Light, a finalist for Barbara Kingsolver's Bellwether Prize
- At 6:40pm on June 11, 2011,
Jill Starishevsky said…
- Hi Kat,
Welcome to SheWrites. Feel free to reach out if you need anything.
Jill Starishevsky
Author, My Body Belongs to Me
- At 6:32pm on June 11, 2011,
Margaret Traylor said… Hi Kat, welcome to She Writes! We're glad to have you here. You can use the Getting Started section to help you find your way around. Let us know if you have any questions!
Best,
Margaret Traylor
Intern @ She Writes
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