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Concept Is Not Story!
Originally posted on The Ravings of a Sick Mind:
“I’ve got a great idea for you,” someone inevitably says to you when they find out you’re a writer. Their eyes gleaming with mischievous pride as they fight to contain their smile, they slowly spell out either a painfully clichéd idea that you’ve seen listed on…
It’s Goin’ Down, I’m Yellin’ Tinder
Originally posted on The Universe According to Snow White :
Have you heard of Tinder? It’s a dating app that uses your Facebook profile and matches you with people based on your geographic/age preferences, mutual friends and interests. It takes all of 5 minutes to be up and running, then you anonymously like or pass on…
Wordless Wednesday: Tunnel View, Yosemite
Originally posted on write meg!:
Iconic Tunnel View at Yosemite National Park, California
Review- Until We Touch
Originally posted on Dena Rogers:
Until We Touch by Susan Mallery My rating: 5 of 5 stars This is my second read by Susan Mallery, but my first in the Fool’s Gold series. Jack McGarry has it all, he’s rich, handsome, famous and runs a successfull PR firm with three of his best friends. He…
FOR AUTHORS: Philosophical vs Character-Driven Fiction
Originally posted on Creative Writing with the Crimson League:
This photo felt rather philosophical to me. I’ve been reading G.K. Chesterton’s “The Ball and the Cross,” and it’s really got me thinking about philosophical fiction, and what differentiates philosophical fiction from character-driven fiction. I generally say that fiction should be character-driven. That’s certainly my personal…
Meet Guest Author Romay
Originally posted on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog:
? I am the Author Romay, I came from South Africa to Europe, A girl who dared to dream. I got stuck in a marriage based on a lie and chose to raise my son on my own. But the sacrifice was well worth my…
Grammar Peeves and Writing Emotions Tips
Originally posted on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog:
Some writing tips from Savvy Business Correspondence HERE
Writing Tips: Introducing Your Characters
Originally posted on Shannon A. Thompson:
Special thanks to The Leisure Zone for reviewing Minutes Before Sunset: “A great read. I absolutely enjoyed reading it and it does take your imagination for a ride…This is a great leading book. I cannot wait to read the following books.” Click here to read the full review or…
Dontcha just love a real villain?
Originally posted on Jane Dougherty Writes:
Christine Haggerty has issued a challenge to write a blog post about literary villains, and answer five questions about your favourite. See her own choice on her blog. 1) What character is your favourite villain? 2) What makes him/her a villain? 3) What do you hate about him or…
Viv Drewa - The Owl Lady 