When I first came up with the concept of Immortal Monday, my thought was to eventually share a running storyline about immortals. Let’s face it, I am a story-teller. I’m doing my best to be an excellent blogger for you, but I often feel like I fall on my face. Can you see the visual?…
Whaa…? Posting on a Saturday? What gives? Welcome to an out of the ordinary Saturday post. This super cool experience is to celebrate the launch of my friend’s new book, Wilde’s Fire. The fabulous author, Krystal Wade, has been holding my hand since I first found my way on to the twitter scene last summer. Now I get…
A little over a week ago Kristen Lamb talked about finding inspiration for your story in unlikely sources. It’s a wonderful piece about finding the spark in the everyday, ordinary places around us when you’re not looking for it. I suspect that has happened to you. It happens to all of us. But when we…
Have I ever mentioned that I am a writer? My current project is a work of fantasy. One really fantastic aspect about writing fantasy is you get to create worlds. Sometimes you know exactly what you want, other times you look for inspiration. I find inspiration all around me. For example, Shell House by architect…
So you value your privacy? You think you can hide, even if it’s only from dinner time sales calls? Now there’s a fantasy that appeals to my inner-geek. Our guest today, Diane Capri , shares what she learned researching her new book, Don’t Know Jack where watching eyes never sleep and nothing is secret but…
I stood at the back of his chair, rubbing his shoulders. It took a full moment for the gravity of what was transpiring to sink in. His breathing was far too labored. He’d complained all morning that it hadn’t come easy to him, even with the oxygen tank. With one smack against the wall I…
What process does a writer go through when bringing a character to life on paper? Words alone do not make you feel for them or become vested in their future. Myndi Shaffer wrote a great piece about getting to know your characters better when you dig into their underwear drawer. In addition to peeking into…
I recently enjoyed a small stint away from home, which means I got reacquainted with the ever-fun-to-use itty bitty soap bar. You know the one. The cute wannabe left for you by the hotel staff. Isn’t it so cute! It’s just the right size for your dolly to use. Pray tell, who really enjoys an…
