Category: Writing life
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Tips for writing a captivating romance story
Most of us adore a good romance tale. Whether it’s a lovers’ tiff, best buddies turning into lovebirds, enemies falling for each other, or the most unexpected pair ending up together—romance really tugs at our heartstrings, gives us hope, and provides a lovely break from the humdrum of everyday life. Agree? Writing a romance story…
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Make sure your story has a clear message or takeaway.
One of the first things I realized about storytelling is the importance of identifying the core lesson before starting the writing process. It’s crucial to ask, “What is the main idea?” and understand the lesson I want my audience to take away. This is true even in fiction. Starting with a summary that conveys the…
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Create your basic book writing to-do-list
This week I had a meet and greet at the community college where I’ll be teaching a series of book publishing courses in the spring. The meet and greet was awesome! It was a great chance for students interested in the course to swing by, meet their instructor, and ask any questions they may have.…
