I cannot stop shaking…
From: Traveler Swoon Reads / MacMillan 1 Line Wednesday Topic: “Comfort”
From: Traveler Swoon Reads / MacMillan 1 Line Wednesday Topic: “Comfort”
I hate stories about ordinary people who encounter something wildly extraordinary – like a space alien – and behave as though it’s only mildly startling. You know the kind I… Read more Believable Disbelief vs Plot Acceleration →
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably run into the name Cassandra Clare. As the author of the wildly popular Mortal Instruments series (and movie, and now spun… Read more MasterClass Monday: Cassandra Clare Has Extensive Writing Tips →
It’s been a year since I uploaded my manuscript, took a breath, and pressed “submit.” Facebook was kind enough to remind me of the anniversary this morning, and I still… Read more A Year Ago Today I Entered The Swoon Reads YA Contest →
From: Traveler Swoon Reads/MacMillan 2017 1 Line Wednesday Topic: “Sun”
My writerbrain is fully engaged right now as I finish edits on “Traveler,” and in addition to that, I’m blogging on a few different platforms and I have a two… Read more Beware Of “Irons In The Fire” Syndrome →
I’ve always loved James Cameron movies. Sure, they can get a little preachy (I’m looking at you, Avatar) but the man knows how to spin a good, climactic tale and… Read more Masterclass Monday: James Cameron On Creativity →
It came to me last night as I was re-reading an old book I love. Just a wisp of a thought. Then, in the shower, it started expanding, roots sliding… Read more Growing Thoughts Sometimes Need Some Pruning →