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Character Quotes from Bad Medicine – A Frank & Marka Mystery by Dellani

Originally posted on Books & Entertainment Network:
“Lemme get the laptop.” Matthew scurried over to Kenny’s office and retrieved the computer. “More room in here,” he said as he came back. Sutherland closed the door behind Matthew. He pulled up a chair from Marka’s adjoining office and set the laptop on the corner of Frank’s…

Character Quotes from For Love of Katie B. by Dellani

Originally posted on Books & Entertainment Network:
I vaguely heard the door open and someone burst in. “Hey, Katie! Oh, shit!” “Bing, dammit!” Li hopped up, fists clenched, pants open, boxers half down. “Sorry, dude. Didn’t know you were here. I’m so sorry.” He backed out the door. The mood was broken. The lust I’d…

How to write a good one-sentence pitch

Originally posted on Jean's Writing:
Don’t you just love how-to writing instructions? I know I do! You must admit, DIY is a lot easier with a little help from friends. That’s why I absolutely love an article from Karen Cioffi and Writers On The Move! I admit, writing a one-sentence pitch is hard and something…

What is the best word for restaurant?

Originally posted on Jean's Writing:
Do you use the best word to describe an eatery? Like everything else in the world, one word doesn’t fit every location. And that includes where your characters choose to have a meal. I mean how many times can you write “they went to a restaurant?” If you’ve followed my blog…

Do you want to know how long to make a story?

Originally posted on Jean's Writing:
Size matters. Some say write until your done, but as with all things, there is a rule of thumb. And knowing where the goal-line is may be helpful. Want to know the answer? I do agree we should write until finished, however, goals and guidelines are helpful. And as…

Do you know the right way to kill a character?

Originally posted on Jean's Writing:
Are you writing a mystery, who-done-it, legal thriller, or suspense story? Then remember the devil is in the details. In death, like pregnancy, there are no half-measures. After reading an article by Matt Knight, killing off one of my characters is more complicated than I realized.  ? What did…

ALERT: Copyright Infringement by “Internet Archive.”

Originally posted on Just Can't Help Writing:
Do you have hard-copy books out, in or out of print? See this notice from Victoria Strauss of Writer Beware. The Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America has issued an alert on copyright infringement by the Internet Archive. Other professional writers’ groups taking notice include the…

Do you want a good writing cheat sheet?

Originally posted on Jean's Writing:
I love finding great writing tips! Thanks, today goes to Patricia Lynne for ways to substitute the word very. I don’t know about you but sometimes I get into a very rut. I try not to worry about using words like very when in draft mode. But when it comes time to…

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