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
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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 […]
Reader Thanks Day: What Are You Thankful For?
Apparently today is Reader Thanks Day. I’ve never heard of this before–in fact, I think it may have just been created–but I kind of love it already. Reading means so many different things to so many people. Why not share what makes it special for you, what you […]
Guest Blogger, Patricia Eimer: The Power of Desperation and Dental Surgery
Today, we have a very special guest with us–paranormal romance, urban fantasy, and middle grade/young adult author Patricia Eimer! *applauds* I’ve been lucky enough to work… Read More »Guest Blogger, Patricia Eimer: The Power of Desperation and Dental Surgery
A Silly Mid-Week Writing Lesson ALA Disney
Leave it to Buzzfeed to take everything I studied about literature for so many years of my life and compare it to Disney films. LOL Love… Read More »A Silly Mid-Week Writing Lesson ALA Disney
Self-Publishing Strategy: HAVE ONE.
As the self-publishing world grows and grows there is more and more research to be done before taking the leap. What self-pub platform to use, what retailers to target, if you should use a distributor, print and eBook or eBook-only–the list of non-editorial decisions is […]
Authors Give a Hand to Young Writers
Writing is not an easy job. I should know–I’ve been sitting on partially written manuscripts since I was about 12. Editing I can hop to,… Read More »Authors Give a Hand to Young Writers
Dictionary Drama: “Literally” a Bad Idea
While I am certainly not innocent when it comes to using the word “literally” in its common slang form, I must say I’m not super thrilled at its new spot in the dictionary. I do my best not to use “literally” in everyday speech unless doing so correctly, and I think that’s what bothers me the most. Adding words […]