writer's life Archives

When You Can’t Write

Posted on 10/09/202110/09/2021 by Raven van Dijk

It has been a long time since I’ve been here – life has a way of interrupting one’s healthy pursuits – and now it’s been several years of absence not just from Narratess but from pursuing some of my dreams as a creator. I am, of course, not the only one who has suffered stagnation. Read More

Showing Your Baby To The World

Posted on 12/04/201912/04/2019 by Tessa Hastjarjanto

It’s scary as a creator to show what you’ve made. The thing that comprises your love, passion and hard work. What if someone hates it? Read More

A Writer’s Toolbox

Posted on 01/03/201901/03/2019 by Tessa Hastjarjanto

What’s in a writer’s toolbox? Not just grammar, sentence structure or story structure. Work on your dialogue or characters arcs and create your unique voice. Read More

On My Mind: Exercise Your Creative Muscle

Posted on 15/02/201915/02/2019 by Tessa Hastjarjanto

Exercise your creative muscle to stay on top of your game. You can do it without any tools, just use your mind. Find more ways to be creative. Read More