I am excited to announce that I have officially signed with Authors 4 Authors Publishing! Yes, this is a big deal for me. Authors 2 Authors is "a publishing company for authors, run by authors, blending the best of traditional and independent publishing." I took that straight off their site (A4A). I've got a big ole … Continue reading Update!
Category: Writer’s Woes
Grammar Lesson (and a Life Lesson)
This lesson comes straight from Devil's Blood 2: Siren's Snare: “I wish more people would,” the old woman said with a sharp smile, showing off white teeth, straight as blades. “What did you need, dear?” Okay... so is this woman showing off teeth that are white, or is she showing teeth that are off-white? See … Continue reading Grammar Lesson (and a Life Lesson)
Honesty
Ever hear that "honesty is key" and "the truth will set you free?" Well, yeah, those things are mostly true and accepted as morally just. But let's talk honesty in fiction. When I'm talking "honesty" I'm talking honesty from the writer to the reader, from the character voice to the reader. Honesty - that sheer … Continue reading Honesty