by Sue | Oct 17, 2021 | Books & Writers
Although writing styles and reading interests change, authors still must have an engaging yarn to spin. Otherwise, no one will read beyond the first chapter, or even the first paragraph. To quote Jerry Jenkins, author of 200 books and counting, “grab the reader by the...
by Sue | Sep 19, 2021 | Books & Writers
I can have the best plot in the world, but without believable, interesting, three dimensional characters, I’m going nowhere. I must populate my saga with people who move, respond to events, struggle, fail, and hopefully succeed, to keep your nose in my book. While I...
by Sue | Aug 22, 2021 | Books & Writers
My first novel was easy. I slid a fresh piece of paper into my Smith Corona and began with Chapter One. I kept writing until I reached the end of the story. Easy as pie. I think that manuscript lies deep in some closet in the house, where it belongs. R.I.P. Now, after...
by Sue | Jul 25, 2021 | Books & Writers
When Susan asked me to write about why I read fantasy I thought, “Sure. That’ll be fun.” It is not fun. How do you explain something almost everyone loves? (Do you like Disney and Pixar movies? Fantasy. Every super-hero movie is fantasy. How to Train Your Dragon,...
by Sue | Jun 28, 2021 | Books & Writers
I sit in the “Quiet Study” area in my local library three days a week for four hours at a time. It gives me uninterrupted time to write whatever is nearing deadline. When I look up from my computer screen, I gaze with longing at rows of books. If only I had enough...
by Sue | May 30, 2021 | Books & Writers
This week, I introduce Pat Embury, a cozy mystery writer (among other talents). I asked her to share why this genre attracts her. Here is what she had to say. Pat Embury I generally write cozy mysteries, although I am branching out into some sci-fi and fantasy, as...