I hate to even start down this road. Author mistakes? Really? Is there such a thing? I read all kinds of books that defy craft rules and guidelines. They sell …
Processing the Paralyzing Premise
I’ve heard editors and agents comment on book proposals. “Wow me.” Or, “I’m looking for something dynamic. Fantastic.” As a hungry writer, such words can be paralyzing. Editors and agents …
Putting it all together: Adding the Romance beats to your first chapter
For the last two weeks on the blog, I’ve been going through the 10 beats of a romance that we discussed last February so as to refresh our minds before …
Set me Free!
The Truth Journey (or Inner Journey, or Spiritual Journey) for your character Part 3 Okay, I’m just going to say it, and I’m using my Mom tone. The Black …
I have a lie, really?
The Truth Journey (or Inner Journey, or Spiritual Journey) for your character Part 2 Yesterday we started our charcter’s spirutal journey by asking: What lie do they believe? (by the …