The on-line writing community is rich with resources; I have found many writers are willing to share their knowledge with each other. In the upcoming blogs I'm plan to pass along tips from my fellow writers. Do you have something you have learned as a writer which you would like others to know? Please leave… Continue reading Writing Tips #1: Nuggets of Wisdom from Writers to Writers
Writing a book from two points of view (POV) is not easy. Although I'm following Mary Kate Castellani's advice to write Half-Truths from both Kate and Lillie's POV, there have been times I've wondered if I can successfully pull it off. It's challenging to: Write a story with two separate character arcs. Write a story that has its own "big picture" arc interweaving… Continue reading Three Books. Two Points-of-View. One Giveaway. (Make that Four.)
Congratulations to Rosi Hollenbeck, my most faithful blog follower on the west coast and an amazing blogger. She won an autographed copy of Sundee's book, "The Other Half of My Heart." Check out her blog for writing resources, book reviews, and giveaways. Beth Revis, Amie Kaufman, & Megan Spooner enjoying the spotlight at Park Road… Continue reading Science Fiction YA Authors Panel Rocks!
#1: If you're working on a manuscript intended for the Christian youth market and need some outside help, then consider attending Write 2 Ignite's one day summer workshop. Here is a brief blurb from their website: A Day Apart is not another conference. It’s not a writer’s retreat. And it’s not just a workshop. It’s… Continue reading Three Not-to-Be-Missed Events
Tracey Adams, Beth Revis, Snow Wildsmith, Lois Moss, Carrie Ryan Hosted by the newly formed chapter of the Women's National Book Association, last week's YA Literature panel packed in a lively group of young adult and middle grade writers. The panel was ably moderated by Snow Wildsmith, former teen librarian, writer, and book reviewer; her questions about… Continue reading The Rise of the Young Adult Novel- YA Literature Panel Discussion
If you live in or near Charlotte, NC and you're interested in writing for teens, then mark your calendar for the free panel, "The Rise of the Young Adult Novel" sponsored by the Women's National Book Association. When: Tuesday, Februrary 15 from 6:30-8 Where: Quail Hollow Estates Club House. 7301 Quail Meadow Lane, right off Park/Johnston Road. Who:… Continue reading Young Adult Literature Panel