Tag Archives: writing

Action and Knowing Your Character

I’ve talked about writing action scenes before and people still ask for some tips.  Today I’m going to give a few that center on knowing your character.  Some might be repeats from other posts, but it doesn’t hurt to hear … Continue reading →

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Sensitive Topics

This is a tough post to write because it edges near things that I prefer to discuss in private.  We all know the topics that can stir a massive fight.  Issues that draw out the emotions and typically block rational … Continue reading →

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Returning to the Pen: My First Week Back to Legends of Windemere

First of all, let me direct you to all of the guest posts I’ve had this week: John W. Howell- Maintaining a Character’s Core in a Series Leigh Michaels- Writing a Lengthy Series Oloriel Moonshadow- Mentally Maintaining a Vivid Fantasy … Continue reading →

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The Horrifying Love Triangle

Somewhere along the line, the love triangle became one of the most hated plot lines in existence.  It’s as if such a thing doesn’t happen in real life, but that’s probably part of the problem.  Such situations inevitably result in … Continue reading →

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Guest Post by John W. Howell: The Untrained Thriller Hero

Thank you to John W. Howell for writing an insightful post! Last week Charles asked me a question, and I took some time to think it over. His question was a request. Here is the quote, “tips to making a … Continue reading →

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Wedging Romance into Fantasy

Having romance in a fantasy story seems to be a kiss of death for some people.  At least today since I remember most fantasy books I read in my youth had some type of romantic subplot.  Is there anything you … Continue reading →

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Guest Post on Guest Author Etiquette by Chris the Storyreading Ape

(Today is a post from Chris the Storyreading Ape.  Enjoy and check out his site.) Author Guest Post Etiquette My thanks to Charles for inviting me to discuss Guest Author Etiquette (although, an APE discussing etiquette does seem a bit … Continue reading →

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Two Year Anniversary for Beginning of a Hero!

COVER ART BY JASON PEDERSEN As I finish writing the Prologue for Book 10, I realized something that I should have paid more attention to. February 24th is the 2 year anniversary for BEGINNING OF A HERO! So I’ve been … Continue reading →

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Cover Reveal: Torn by Kate Sparkes

Aren Tiernal knows that safety is an illusion, that his cruel and powerful brother Severn will never forgive his betrayal. Still, returning to Tyrea to challenge Severn for the throne would be suicide. It’s not until Severn himself comes to collect what’s … Continue reading →

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Romance in Non-Romance Fiction

Because I don’t feel like getting work done today! Seriously though, this is such a hot button topic.  People take romantic storylines seriously, especially outside of that genre.  In fact, I see many complain about it appearing in other stories.  … Continue reading →

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