by Susan May Warren, @SusanMayWarren I hope you’re keeping warm! I admit, I’m a little spoiled right now. It’s 82 in Florida, and I am sitting on my porch, writing. But …
Six Secrets for a Successful Grand Gesture
by Angela Ruth Strong, @AngelaRStrong With Valentine’s upon us, let’s talk about my favorite part of the romance novel: the grand gesture. If you don’t know what a grand gesture …
The First Page
By Toni Shiloh, @tonishilohwrite Who fears writing that first page of a new story? Do you agonize on the first line? That first paragraph? Does this fear keep you from …
What if—A Writer’s Best Friend
by Patricia Bradley, @PTBradley1 Have you ever had a character who would not talk to you? That’s where I am right now. I’m starting a new book, and as usual, trying …
Stir The Pot
by Dalyn Weller, @dalynweller As an author you have an obligation to stir up trouble. Don’t get too excited, I mean you’re obligated to create conflict for your characters. A compelling …