When I asked my writer friends for writing tips, I had no idea what they would send. I received lots of general advice, but also a few tidbits that I categorized. Today's post compiles ones on deep point of view. I was first introduced to this concept during Lorin Oberweger's Free Expressions seminar. Lorin generously gave… Continue reading Writing Tips #3- Nuggets of Wisdom on Deep Point of View
Congratulations to Janet Brantley who won Phyllis Naylor's book, "The Craft of Writing the Novel." ****** Just as there is a large number of writing blogs to choose from, there are also many books to help writers improve their craft. I have selected a few of my favorites as well as two on my "to… Continue reading Writing Resources Part II- and a Giveaway!
Congratulations to Jan Brent, who won the audio CD of "A Secret Sky." *********** If you are a writer you know the Internet houses more writing blogs then you have hours to read. Add to that the number of books about writing and you can be overwhelmed with just learning the craft! To help you… Continue reading Writing Resources Part I- And a Giveaway!
Congratulations to Linda Phillips who won a 10-page critique from Rebecca Petruck. For those of you who know me personally, Linda is my best writing buddy, friend, and prayer partner. But, I want to assure you that this drawing was not rigged--although I'm glad that Rebecca will help Linda with her current WIP, a middle grade… Continue reading A Time to Think
My sister, Barbara Federlin, has the distinction of being the only person to read the entire rough draft of my manuscript. As a result, she understands what I'm trying to do and her input is invaluable as I move forward. When my sister visits, inevitably we end up in thekitchen baking with our mother. I'd… Continue reading Where Does Your Character Belong?
Part I: Character A recent Facebook discussion on my wall led one of my FB friends Leslie Guccione, an author of 30 books, to blog about the importance of totally knowing your character and setting. Leslie Guccione I have often thought how stories are built from the inside out. Appropriately, her blog on character is… Continue reading Character + Setting = Story (Almost)