This blog aims to provide insight and entertainment for writers and readers. That means there are a lot of posts about the nuts and bolts of writing and publishing, but my sister Tennessean Michele Sammons reminds us that it takes more than words to make literature-and life. Thank you, Michele! Why You Feeling Good is…
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Then & Now ~ a guest post from Gail Olmsted
Several years ago, I reviewed Genius of Place: The Life of Frederick Law Olmstead. Now Gail Olmstead has written a novel based on the life of Law and his wife, Mary. Gail has graciously agreed to tell us a bit about what writing such a book entails. By way of introduction, I am a writer…
Is self-publishing on Amazon the correct option for me?
The traditional publishing model is no longer the hands-down favorite among writers. Sometimes self-publishing can be the better option. But when? you might well ask. When does publishing your own book make the most sense? Well, Allici Edragal, author of the Creator’s Descendants series, is here to give you some tips about that very thing….
The Wisdom of the Flock ~ an interview with Steve Gnatz
Check out this short interview with Steve M Gnatz, author of The Wisdom of the Flock. There’s also a link to the book trailer and a giveaway! Buy the Book: Amazon ~ B&N ~ IndieBound What is true and what is fictional in The Wisdom of the Flock?I tried to be as historically accurate as…
Take What You Need And Leave The Rest
If you look at Sharon Bazant’s blog, you might think we’re the same person. We’re not; she’s far more interesting than I am! I’m delighted to have a guest post from Sharon today, because I believe her presence here will make me seem cool. Take What You Need And Leave The Rest Having come to…
Susan Merson ~ Three Questions & a Cover
Three Questions and a Cover — a short interview with one of my favorite authors, along with one of the author’s covers. Take note: Susan Merson will be awarding a $25 Amazon/BN GC to a randomly drawn winner via rafflecopter during the tour. Keep reading to learn how to enter. Of all the stories you…
Save the Cat! Save your sanity!
You’ve probably heard about Save the Cat!, Blake Snyder’s method for mapping out your novel (or screenplay or possibly even your poem or eulogy). What began as a simple system to help novelists has grown to include books for writing novels and screenplays, classes, coaching software, and now cards. Snyder’s system is built around “beats,”…
Puppies Can Help Build a Novel ~ guest post from Gail Mencini
When I asked Gail Mencini, author of It Happened in Tuscany, if she’d write a guest post that provides advice to writers, I had no idea just how cleverly she’d follow through. Thank you, Gail! You’ve covered the writers, and non-writers can just enjoy looking at the pic of your adorable fur baby. Read on…
Mignon Ballard ~ Three Questions & a Cover
Mignon Ballard is one of my favorite people as well as one of my favorite authors. From her early stand-alones to the slightly quirky Augusta Goodnight series and the thoroughly charming Miss Dimple series, Mignon nails it every time. Now she’s turned her hand to young adult fiction. This is clearly a woman who can…
I Put a Spell on You ~ book blitz and giveaway
“Being a modern-day fairy godmother isn’t all ‘bibbidi bobbidi boo,’” the legendary Lilliana Willowbrook says. “It’s hard work, twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. We don’t handle cash, jewelry, real estate or revenge.” AVIANA WILLOWBROOK had no idea that her mother is a living legend until the day the tattered old copy of…
