By Janine Rosch, @janinerosche “Ryann Ashcroft rolled onto her back, clinched her arms across her stomach, and surrendered her breath into the dreary, gray sky. The newspaper had predicted snowfall …
5 Tips for Better Backstory
by Rachel D. Russell, @RDRussellWrites “Mom, what’s your question?” I interjected, as gently as possible, when she paused to take a breath. The light on my multi-line phone base had been blinking …
Your Novel Should Always Be Character Driven
By Lisa Phillips, @LisaPhillipsbks Yes, I’m a suspense author. Yes, I’m saying your book should be character driven. Always. A lot of times in craft talks or writing books you’ll …
Are You A Scaredy Cat Writer?
by Becca Kinzer, @BeccaKinzer Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia. What is that? It’s the fear of hippos who present as giant squid monsters. I think. Or is it the fear of long words? Hmmm . . …
#1 – Analyze what you like, write what you love, and shine.
by Delores Topliff, @DeloresTopliff Books carry us to other times, places, and provide lasting friends—especially nice during pandemics. Coffee mugs and shirts present pictures and words saying, “You can never have …