As I’ve studied the art of fiction writing, I’ve learned that it is much more an art than a science. What works one day is proved false the next. What readers eat up today, they toss aside tomorrow. Clearly the art of writing fiction takes patience and a willingness to push the envelope. I’m reading […]
Reviving an old manuscript: Pros and Cons
Recently I had the pleasure of seeing someone who read the original version of The Clock Strikes Midnight. She had read it ten to 15 years ago. It was the version written before receiving feedback about its genre misconception. The story then was told from the point of view of the two main characters when […]
3 Tips for Creating Suspense
As a reader, I love being in #suspense #amwriting Click To Tweet I’m to the kind of reader, however, who avoids too much suspense–meaning, if it gets too scary, I’m outta there. Granted some readers love that kind of heightened suspense, but me, I like enough to keep me turning the pages without so much […]
Why Aren’t You Visiting My Blog?
I work and work to create interesting content for writers and readers #amwriting #amreading Click To Tweet I share world-renowned blog posts. I write my own thoughts. And, I give tips from my experience as a writer. Things like HOW to show and not tell. Or, when to use a comma instead of a semi-colon. […]
Getting Schooled–Flash Fiction
If you enjoy short, short stories, take a few minutes, kick off your shoes, prop up your feet and enjoy #flashfiction Click To Tweet _____________________ Clyde had trouble keeping up with the group. They flew past him no matter how hard he struggled. He changed his breathing to give himself a boost. Huff, puff, hold. […]
5 Tips for How to Use Critique Groups
I’m one of those writers who has not found a good critique group. My community has a few writer’s groups, and I’ve tried to participate, but none have met my needs. Nonetheless, I value getting feedback on my work. Several years ago, I found an online service, the Critique Circle, that enables me to get […]
Characters That Make Me Stop Reading
Recently I started a book and got about half-way through the first chapter and put the book down #amreading Click To Tweet The main character was already annoying me. Her internal dialogue was selfish and immature. Her reactions pointless. I couldn’t relate to her at all. Granted, we writers want to create characters who grow […]
What Kinds of Blogs Do you Read?
I’m curious. That’s the fault of most writers, curiosity… One thing that I’m curious about is what blogs do you read? Do you read a regular blog? I tend to read the same blogs. When I find one I like, I read it frequently. I don’t always comment, but I do read the content. What […]
Interview with Fellow Mystery Writer Kay Lalone
Hi Kay. Welcome to my blog. I want to talk about your latest book, Family Secret, but I also want my readers to learn more about you. Readers love to hear more about the writers they admire. @kaylalone #mystery Click To Tweet JC: I noticed that you write ghost stories, paranormal and mysteries. Tell me […]
What Do Technical Readers Like to Read?
A week ago I developed a little quiz so readers could find out what kind of readers they are. One category was Technical. So, let’s look more closely at the Technical reader and determine what they like to read and how they prefer to read. Technicals are no-nonsense sort of people #amreading Click To Tweet […]
