by Autumn | Apr 15, 2017 | Tips, Writing
Have you ever wondered how to write really good dialogue? The kind that has readers laughing or crying while gathering information on the story and plot without them even realizing it? And how about those characters? Wouldn’t it be great to have a cheat sheet...
by Autumn | Apr 14, 2017 | News and Events, Tips, Writing, Writing Promotion
I know haven’t been posting here as much as usual lately. I know you didn’t want to say anything. Don’t worry, I’m entirely aware. See the thing is I’ve enjoyed offering free writing tips on my blog and through this email list the last...
by Autumn | Mar 24, 2017 | Tips, Writing
I remember writing my first big epic fantasy battle scene. Despite having written lots of smaller fights and scuffles, when the moment came for an all-out battle across a large area and encompassing favorite characters and my oh-so-favorite villain, I floundered. And...
by Autumn | Mar 3, 2017 | Tips, Writing
What is the first thing you remember about the last book you read? Maybe it is the final scene or the exciting climax? A tragic moment or one of deep love? No matter what it is, I bet it is partially shaped by how the book ended. If the protagonists were happy, we are...
by Autumn | Feb 10, 2017 | Tips, Writing
Do you have problems creating nuanced and complex characters? Have you been writing an important scene but find yourself (1) sick of the character acting the same all the time, (2) find the character’s action/attitude don’t fit this moment but you aren’t sure how to...
by Autumn | Feb 3, 2017 | Tips, Writing
What do readers love most about fantasy books? I’ve been asking that question to everyone who picks up a free copy of my fantasy novels for the last few years. Sometimes people answer it is the adventure they love, more often they will say the characters. But...
