Mar 6, 2019 | Uncategorized
The Plot / Character Debate Have you ever noticed how critics will sometimes categorize a novel as either “plot driven” or “character driven”? If that’s got you puzzled about how it applies to the story you’re writing, I can understand why. They make...
Feb 24, 2019 | Uncategorized
The Prime Time Dream When you’re writing a story, do you dream of seeing it one day made into a film? I certainly do. So I’m thrilled to let you know that the dream may soon be a reality! It’s happening with my novel Entrapped. Working with my creative partners –-...
Feb 12, 2019 | Uncategorized
What Do Agents and Publishers Really Want? In my career as an author I’ve faced every challenge you’re facing. Having had ten novels published, with sales of over half a million books, I know what agents and publishers are looking for, what they want—and...
Jan 29, 2019 | Uncategorized
MYTH-BUSTERS Myths can distort and darken a writer’s world. I want your creative world to be sunshine-bright. So I offer here some myth-busting to chase away the clouds. Myth #1. It’s Impossible To Get Published These Days This myth says the publishing industry...
Nov 7, 2018 | Uncategorized
I love finding out how works of art came to life. The path of creation can be a twisty journey, even for the most gifted and celebrated. So let me share with you six fascinating books that take you “behind the scenes.” Three are about famous novels. Two...
Sep 29, 2018 | Uncategorized
“I couldn’t put it down!” Authors love to hear readers say those words. So do our publishers. But what, exactly, is this mysterious literary essence that hooks a reader? What holds them so hard, they simply must keep reading, often long into the...
