Tag Archive | fiction

Why a Writer Needs Observation #amwriting #atozchallenge

Originally posted on Andrea Lundgren:
Description is one of my least favorite things to write–it feels like such a catalog of objects, colors, and sensations–but it’s a necessary evil. Action can’t happen in a vacuum; readers need some sense of where a character is, even if its only very general. Some authors have gotten away…

Why Truly Helpful Feedback is Hard to Come By

When You Let Your Characters Talk To You #writers #writerslife

When You Let Your Characters Talk To You #writers #writerslife

Book Promotion – Blood Orange by: Don Massenzio

Book Promotion – Blood Orange by: Don Massenzio

Cheap Book of the Week – PD

The Kahlea – Lone Wolf Series Book 4 — Character Quote

Originally posted on Books & Entertainment Network:
“Heads up, people! It ain’t over till the fat zarblat shrieks!” Marc’s resounding baritone nearly deafened them. “I’ve got blips coming in low and fast south by southwest, more from the east and others converging from above. Look sharp!” © 2016 Dellani Oakes To Buy Dellani’s Books This…

Crafting a Compelling Climax #atozchallenge #amwriting

Originally posted on Andrea Lundgren:
Climaxes can be the most memorable part of a novel. It’s the moments when your characters’ futures are decided. Everything has been brought together for a final struggle and…personally, my writing usually stalls right about then. And I think it’s partly because of the nature of a climax. Just before…

Do you think writing a picture book is easy?

Originally posted on Jean's Writing:
Well, I did! And was I in for a rude surprise. Yes, this little picture book was a lot more difficult than I ever imagined.  But I’m getting closer to the finish line.  This little Princess is almost here. I’m working on covers now. What do you think of this draft? Coming…

New Surreal Advice Column Ask Maddie

Originally posted on Madeleine Swann:
Well hello there, so glad you could join me. Pull up a chair. Sorry, am I sitting too close? I don’t mean to, it’s just that your hair is so wildly attractive. I’m researching surrealist films for my next post, and by researching I mean lying on my bed and…

Pseudonyms: The What, Why, and How of Pen Names

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