I love writing historical novels. I love diving into the research of the era. I do crazy things like get dressed in the right attire, and listen to music from …
Writer Q & A: Should I write a story based on real life, or make it up?
Hello Friends and welcome to our new Monday series – Writer Q & A with Susie May (okay, I thought the rhyme was fun, I admit it). But this year …
Happy New Year from MBT!
Hello Friends! Happy New Year! We’ll get back to our regular blogging schedule next week. In the meantime, we have put together a little New Year Encouragement video for you. P.P.S …
Conversations: How to Macro-Edit your Fast Draft
“Okay, here it is.” Sally plunked down a thick sheaf of paper, bound by a rubber band. “72,834 words.” “I’m impressed.” I handed her a victory candy cane mocha. “I’m …
Conversations: Understanding Turning Points
“I’m so sorry,” Sally said, sitting down and unwrapping her scarf from her neck. Outside, ice glazed the puddles, the sky a slate gray. The first hint of snow hung …