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7 Tips on Writing Characters with Healing Factors/Regeneration

One power that I use a lot in War of Nytefall is the regenerative powers of the Dawn Fangs.  They can heal quickly and keep fighting as long as their head and enough limbs are attached.  That second part is debatable … Continue reading →

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Using a Professional Editor

Originally posted on Story Empire:
Hi, SE Readers. Joan here today to talk about the importance of using an editor. Self-editing, beta readers, and critique partners or groups are all an important aspect of the writing process. Each step has…

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Happy Father’s Day

Honestly, I was surprised how most of the Father’s Day images that came up were crude and even insulting to fathers.  The ones that dealt with a divorced dad were downright mean.  So, I went with the best ones I … Continue reading →

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A Heavenly Toasters’ Relaunch

Originally posted on Nicholas C. Rossis:
The more observant among you may have noticed that I have been quietly experimenting with the cover of A Heaven for Toasters. I removed the kissing couple and used a single man, curious to…

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Expansion Pack: The Villain’s Journey + The Monster

Originally posted on Story Empire:
Hi Gang, Craig with you again. Time for another Expansion Pack that ties in with The Hero’s Journey, also known as the Writing Monomyth. This time we’re dealing with our villains. Before you go all…

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Period Images

Originally posted on Nicholas C. Rossis:
I have been sharing information on various resources for book covers lately, for example with my posts on Free Transparent Logos and Images and A Free Mockup Book Cover Maker. I recently came across a website…

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Good Luck With That

Originally posted on Nicholas C. Rossis:
Image by Gerhard Gellinger from Pixabay I remember having a dialogue with a writer friend a few years ago. She was chastising me for stressing the importance of luck in publishing. Her argument was…

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Unclear Purposes Blog Tour

Originally posted on Entertaining Stories:
Joan is a good friend, and has the final book of her trilogy available right now. She’s also one of my compatriots over at Story Empire. Make her feel welcome and share her excerpt across…

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A Word from Author Anne Miller

Originally posted on Staci Troilo:
Ciao, amici. Today I’m happy to introduce a new-to-this-blog author. Please help me give a warm welcome to Anne Miller, who’s going to talk to us about her debut novel and her WIP. Take it…

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6 Tips for Adding Life to Your Locations

Originally posted on Nicholas C. Rossis:
One of my favorite writing resources, Mythic Scribes, recently shared some great tips on using your locations to bring your story to life. Here is my summary. As always, you are encouraged to check…

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