I think naming my characters is probably my favorite part of the pre-writing process. :) I always do some research and see the meanings of each name to make sure they fit the character. For "The Painter", the serial story I'm writing on a blog, the main character's name is Ella McCormack. Ella means "beautiful fairy" which inspires a scene later on in the story. There is also the mysterious painter whose name will be revealed in part two. :) It has major significance with his personality.

I have a huge list of names in a notebook and their meanings. You never know when you might need them. Their names reflect who they are and that is important.

Great list, Stefanie! Here is mine:

1. Life is too short. Enjoy each day like it's your last.
2. Everyone has a purpose in life.
3. Love is the most important feeling in the world.
4. As long as I've inspired one person in this world, I've succeeded.
5. Writing helps define me as a person.

Great list, Stefanie! Here is mine:

1. Life is too short so live every moment like it's your last.
2. Everyone has a purpose in life.
3. Love is the most important feeling in the world.
4. Accept the past and embrace the future.
5. Writing helps define me as a person.

It was a pleasure to review your book, Stefanie! :) I think it's packed with great tips for writers to know.

Just when I was about to pull my hair out from frustration, I came across this post! :) It's a good thing because I do like my hair..lol.

Sometimes, we do let frustration and writer's block get the best of us. I have learned to just take a few deep breaths and go with the flow. I definitely do tip #2. I think I have several writing notebooks floating around my room haha.

You're following me via The Write One Blog twitter.

I love twitter. It's such a great and fun way to help market yourself. I love connecting with people who I may not really meet in real life, but yet, there they are. To be able to share what you have to say and connect with others is fun for me. :)

Great tips! Sometimes, I do let twitter take up a lot of my time haha. You have to be careful on that site sometimes. :)

It's called The Undeveloped Story. http://thestoryinme.wordpress.com. I've had that one for about three months now.

Well, once I'm finished with all the re-writing, I'll be ready. I do learn new things about publishing every day but reading publishing guidelines is crucial, so I definitely agree with you. That's just showing the publisher respect.

I'm really working on building my "following" and online presence more and more each day. I know that from my blog, people have already asked to read my book. I'm dedicated towards my characters and what my book is about. Within time, people will read it and feel for those characters as much as I do. :)

I have a friend that lives there and my oldest brother lives there now. I hear it's not a bad place to live.

Thanks. I plan on it! :)