Writing Blog
This regular column is for authors–of every genre–who want to achieve their dreams on not just writing a book, but to write a great book that readers will love. We share our experiences and insights after publishing and marketing more than thirty books (many bestsellers and award winning ones) to reach more readers.
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What’s in a Genre: Dystopian
Dystopian literature is popular right now, but what is it? Other than a method to feed, and plan for, a future that feels dark and foreboding!?
Using POV to create tension
All stories utilize tension, but each genre incorporates it differently. Stories, and the tension in them, are not the...
Developing a Writing Schedule
A writing schedule doesn’t have to be complicated and it can keep you motivated, which leads to writing more. Talk about an effective tool!
You’ll never know all the Backstory
A recent post over at the Guild of Dreams had me thinking about how I handle background information in my stories. Not...
Building on the framework of fantasy ideas
What do you think of when I say ‘the dark forest’ or ‘the magical glade’ or even the ‘the tiny village’? Ideas -...
Writing Editor Programs – a help or a frustration?
My writing productivity is increasing. Which is awesome! But does create a few issues. One of the biggest is springing...
How character POV affects word choice
I’m persnickety about creating character ‘voice.’ Though I write in third person limited, I endeavor to keep the...
The Art of the Short Story
I used to play around with short stories. I didn’t think there was much to them. They were a novel in miniature...
Interpreting Character Actions
Do you always act as you intend? And an even more difficult question - do you think others interpret your actions as...