Technology and Magic in your Science-fiction and Fantasy novels
An important part of what makes your story fit into the Science Fiction and/or Fantasy genres is an element…
December 15, 2021An important part of what makes your story fit into the Science Fiction and/or Fantasy genres is an element…
December 15, 2021“I’ve been able to work for so long because I think next time, I’ll finally make something good.” Alira…
December 13, 2021If you’re already deeply connected to your audience…if serving them up close and personal is already your priority…and if…
December 12, 2021It’s no secret that a captivating assortment of character types is at the heart of any story ever written…
December 9, 2021Board books have extra thick coated pages that small hands can turn and chewing babies can sink their teeth…
December 8, 2021“Why me, Lord?” This question was something I often asked when I first felt called to write, and I…
December 6, 2021Recently, like many other Marvel comic fans, I sat on the edge of my seat awaiting the new trailer…
December 4, 2021“At your times of rejoicing—your appointed festivals and New Moon feasts—you are to sound the trumpets over your burnt…
December 3, 2021Can you share a little about your recent book? Maribel Montgomery may be a lifelong Texan, but growing up…
December 1, 2021Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Brow, is the show where we talk about all…
November 30, 2021As I began working on this post, I woke up one morning depressed. I couldn’t motivate myself to focus…
November 29, 2021The gift-giving season is almost upon us! In all the planning for others, don’t forget yourself. I strongly encourage…
November 27, 2021For over nine years, I’ve been an acquisitions editor at Morgan James Publishing, a New York publisher. The two…
November 25, 2021Writers are frequently encouraged to identify their target audience. However, we don’t always look at a target audience through…
November 24, 2021Writing teachers often talk about the story arc and character arc, meaning how the story is constructed or how…
November 23, 2021“A writer will do anything to avoid the act of writing.” William Zinsser Every writer or published author has…
November 21, 2021Whether you are writing your first mystery/thriller or have become a seasoned veteran, one thing remains true. Writing in…
November 17, 2021The American Thanksgiving falls in November, making now a great time for writers to count their blessings. I can’t…
November 16, 2021Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Bow, is the show where we talk about all…
November 15, 2021“We promise according to our hopes, and perform according to our fears.” Rochefoucauld You have every reason to be…
November 13, 2021How to Deliver the Lead Magnet for Your Upcoming Interview This is the second in a two-part series. Part…
November 12, 2021Have you ever decided to buy a certain product because the packaging assures you that it’s better? I didn’t…
November 10, 2021What do you write? It’s a question every writer gets from time to time. Should you answer with your…
November 9, 2021The text came while my wife and I were traveling home from an out-of-town doctor’s appointment. “I’m doing a…
November 6, 2021For almost 2 years now, the pandemic has shaken up Hollywood’s plans. Filming has been sporadic and movie release…
November 4, 2021