Classic Novels Had Inspiration, Too
One of the questions I always ask authors is what inspired them to write their novels. All stories come from something, whether its the seed… Read More »Classic Novels Had Inspiration, Too
authorial intent
Writers and Their Fictions
After talking to some writer friends the past few weeks, I’ve been thinking a lot about the concept of books resembling an author’s life. Many people come up with stories because of things that happened to them or their friends and family, or build characters that […]
Harry Potter Galore at Scotland Book Fest
It’s very rare that I ever wish I lived in Scotland. And when I do, it’s usually the result of some sexy man in a… Read More »Harry Potter Galore at Scotland Book Fest
The Sensitivity of Literary Editing
This week, the Recalcitrant Scrivener blogged about editing and revising a manuscript from both an editor’s and an author’s point of view: Editing is a sensitive issue—for… Read More »The Sensitivity of Literary Editing