Fantasy-Sci-Fi
Breaking out of the political world building rut
Fantasy and science fiction stories can push the bounds of what is possible in amazing ways. We design intricate…
March 7, 2022-
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ScreenwritingRewriting is Writing
Three months into the new year and I am eager to get started on the first draft of a…
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Writing for YAWriting a Sequel
Guest Post by YA Author Melody Personette I’ve never been very good at writing sequels. They’ve always given me…
February 27, 2022 -
History in the MakingSWEET NOSTALGIA
The drug store soda fountain Ahhh, The drug store soda fountain in Small Town, America. A hub for hungry…
February 20, 2022 -
Kids LitFour Ways to Add Humor to Your Picture Books
Students in my second-grade classroom love reading funny books. There is a bit of science behind the attraction. Laughter…
February 8, 2022 -
Screenwriting
first draft
Recently I began working on another draft of my latest screenplay. I needed to make some changes that were…
February 4, 2022 -
Writing for YA
Five Must Have Editing Resources for Writers
Congratulations! You finished your book or fiction piece. You’ve made sure to develop your characters and nailed your GMC.…
January 27, 2022 -
History in the Making
An 1800s Christmas
The Christmas season is a great time to discover and explore local history. Historical Poole Forge was part of…
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Mystery/Thriller/SuspenseThe Original Influencer – Nancy Drew
Influencers are all the rage into today’s social media world—something not too difficult with all the avenues to reach…
January 17, 2022 -
Kids Lit
2022: Your Best Year Ever Starts TODAY!
What do you want to accomplish in your writing by Dec 31, 2022? From the perspective of January, everything…
January 8, 2022 -
Screenwriting
idea box
Now that the holidays are over and a new year has begun, many of us will have a hard…
January 4, 2022 -
Writing for YA
Tips for a Successful Zoom Experience
I have a love/hate relationship with Zoom. I love the convenience, and interacting with writers from around the globe…
December 27, 2021 -
Mystery/Thriller/Suspense
Covid – Changes for Mystery Writers
How many times have you read a book or watched a movie and thought to yourself: that could never…
December 20, 2021 -
History in the Making
FIGGY PUDDING IN THE MAKING
If there’s Figgy pudding, it must be Christmas! Just ask Tiny Tim, the endearing child in Charles Dickens’ 1843…
December 20, 2021 -
Fantasy-Sci-Fi
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, 2021 -
Kids Lit
Have You Considered Writing Board Books
Board books have extra thick coated pages that small hands can turn and chewing babies can sink their teeth…
December 8, 2021 -
Screenwriting
distribution Process
Recently, like many other Marvel comic fans, I sat on the edge of my seat awaiting the new trailer…
December 4, 2021 -
Writing for YA
Three Gifts to Give Yourself Right Now
The gift-giving season is almost upon us! In all the planning for others, don’t forget yourself. I strongly encourage…
November 27, 2021 -
Mystery/Thriller/Suspense
Your Goldilocks Moment
Whether you are writing your first mystery/thriller or have become a seasoned veteran, one thing remains true. Writing in…
November 17, 2021 -
Mastering Middle Grade5 Things Writers Can Give Thanks For
The American Thanksgiving falls in November, making now a great time for writers to count their blessings. I can’t…
November 16, 2021 -
Fantasy-Sci-Fi
Understanding your Elemental and Aesthetic Genre
What do you write? It’s a question every writer gets from time to time. Should you answer with your…
November 9, 2021 -
Screenwriting
post-production
For almost 2 years now, the pandemic has shaken up Hollywood’s plans. Filming has been sporadic and movie release…
November 4, 2021 -
History in the Making
Have You Considered Living History?
While experiencing a major event in life, have you ever stopped and thought about the fact that, at that…
October 20, 2021 -
Mystery/Thriller/Suspense
A Few Good (Plot) Twists
Good plot twists can make or break our story. While twists are important to all fiction writing, they are…
October 17, 2021 -
Mastering Middle Grade
Now What?
Last month I shared three things I’ve learned on my way to becoming a soon-to-be-published middle grade author. I…
October 16, 2021
