Novelists Unwind
Novelists Unwind Interviews Brenda S. Anderson and Brennan McPherson
Shortly after I interviewed today’s featured authors, I learned they are in the same critique group! Not only that,…
June 26, 2018-
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The Picky PenEditing Dialogue
Many writers are introverts and don’t prefer to talk a lot. Some writers are extroverts and love to talk.…
June 22, 2018 -
Child's CraftReadability—a Key Element in Beginning Readers and Early Chapter Books
As I mentioned in my last post, Understanding Early Readers, there are several markets for books for emerging readers.…
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Talking CharacterYour Character’s Backstory—Use It Wisely
Every fictional character has an entire life’s worth of backstory that happened prior to the opening of your novel.…
June 20, 2018 -
The Poet's Pen
Novels in Verse – Poetry for the Reluctant Reader
Have you ever thought of taking your poetry one step further by writing an entire novel in verse? What…
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Guest PostsWhat to Do When You Are Told You Are Not Enough by Whitney Ward
Have you ever been told you are not enough? For whatever reason and no matter who you hear it…
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Mastering Middle GradeSummer Reading Research
School is out, and summer reading programs are gearing up in public libraries everywhere. Summer months are the perfect…
June 15, 2018 -
Writing Conference2018 Character Intensive Writing Conference
Steven James here. As a working novelist over the last decade I’ve heard over and over from editors and…
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Magazine and FreelanceBuild Your Platform with Magazine Articles
Last week I taught several workshops at a Christian Writers Conference and also met one on one with numerous…
June 13, 2018 -
Publishing PulseThe Dirty Little Secrets of Self-Publishing
Book authors are hearing more and more voices telling them to self-publish and “reap the profits that traditional publishers…
June 12, 2018 -
Writer Encouragement…. Be An Encourager
In a solitary profession like writing, sometimes the thought of being an encourager to other writers might not occur…
June 11, 2018 -
Guest Posts
Word Play: Life Lessons from One Tough Cookie by Diana Derringer
“Will you please teach me a new slang expression and what it means every day?” Little did I know…
June 10, 2018 -
ScreenwritingSound Off!
While brainstorming for this post, I remembered the song that inspired the climax for my first screenplay over a…
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Fantasy-Sci-FiThe Myths Behind Your Fantasy Work
Fantasy stories come in all shapes and sizes, from modern-day tales to historical adventure. One way to give your…
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SongwritingUnderstanding Songwriting Structure
If you have been following my articles on songwriting, perhaps you’re ready to write your first song. There are…
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Mystery/Thriller/SuspenseMystery, Suspense, and Thriller Subgenres—What’s the Difference?
Are you writing a mystery or a thriller? Do you know how to tell the difference between suspense, thriller…
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Novelists Unwind
Novelists Unwind Interviews Rick Barry and Jennifer Uhlarik
Since we’re on the eve of Memorial Day Weekend, it only seems fitting to highlight Rick Barry’s WWII novels,…
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Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)Brainstormed
It has been nearly Twenty-two years since I became disabled with a traumatic brain injury. Even so, I am…
May 29, 2018 -
Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)
Able!
Recently, I was asked by a fellow writer to work with him on a project. Admittedly, I was pretty…
May 29, 2018 -
Blogging BasicsMicroblogging For Authors And Writers
A traditional blog gives your readers a place to find you and your writing. A place where you share…
May 28, 2018 -
Copywrite/AdvertisingWhat It Is Like to Copywrite for Your Own Clients
I broke into a cold sweat when I read the email. Could it be true? I reread the email.…
May 27, 2018 -
Child's Craft
Understanding Early Readers
A few weeks ago I started typing a new manuscript. I thought it was going to be a picture…
May 22, 2018 -
The Picky Pen
Editing Is Psychological
Yes. That’s right. Psychological. I promise not to go too deep. Please keep reading. In editing our own manuscripts,…
May 22, 2018 -
Talking Character
Keeping a Character File
Do you have a method for capturing the bits and pieces you use to create memorable, complex characters? If…
May 20, 2018 -
Mastering Middle Grade
Three Things I Learned in Wimberley, TX
This past month I packed up my little bag, tucked my insecurity into the glove box and drove south…
May 15, 2018
