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Tag: reading

Backstory

What is backstory in literature? Is it necessary, and if so, how much is too much? What is its purpose? … Continue reading Backstory

Fairly Rudderless

Before I get into this week’s topic, I wanted to share some good news with you. My book, Black Yéʼii … Continue reading Fairly Rudderless

6 Ws with Author Joan Livingston

I had the pleasure and privilege of being interviewed by fellow mystery writer, Joan Livingston, who is also a former … Continue reading 6 Ws with Author Joan Livingston

A Deal For You!

My publisher, Black Rose Writing, secured a one day only promotion for my newest book, Black Yéʼii (The Evil One). … Continue reading A Deal For You!

Importance of Reading

My grandson, Mason, just turned two. Already, he has developed an interest in reading. This is due to his mother … Continue reading Importance of Reading

Crafting the Emotional Hook – A Dark Novel

I am a reader who needs to connect to one or more characters at the outset. Short of that, the … Continue reading Crafting the Emotional Hook – A Dark Novel

A Song Defined My Characters

I have written previous posts about several of my characters that included snippets of dialogue or entire scenes as examples. … Continue reading A Song Defined My Characters

Meet Susan Sage – An Author!

Other than through my publisher, Black Rose Writing, I knew nothing about Susan Sage other than she was an author. … Continue reading Meet Susan Sage – An Author!

Meet David Seaburn – An Author!

I’ve said this before, usually with each author interview I conduct, but interviewing authors is so much fun! I meet … Continue reading Meet David Seaburn – An Author!

Reviews and Word of Mouth

I recently wrote a post, The Importance of a Review, and you can find it here in case you haven’t … Continue reading Reviews and Word of Mouth

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