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Halloween 2020

Normally, I love Halloween. I decorate the front yard to look like a graveyard and dress up every single year. This year, I put out the Halloween hand towels in...

Point of View (POV): An Important Choice in Sto...

Ever read something where you're not sure who's telling the story? Unless you're an English professor or have been to a writing workshop with new writers, probably not. Experienced writers...

Reviews are Coming in for Tam Lin: A Modern, Qu...

I checked my author page for my novella this morning and found that I had three five star reviews on Amazon! What reviews they were too: Find out why readers...

How Do I Write a Novel?

You're a reader and you've got a creative spark. An idea has been brewing in your head. You've decided to write a novel. You sit down at your keyboard, or...

Should I Describe My Characters in Detail?

When it comes to character descriptions, every author has a different approach. Some paint in broad strokes. Some describe their characters in great detail. Either way, descriptions should serve a...

Does My Story Need a Villain?

Someone posted on social media "Does a story needs a villain?" If you mean someone twirling their mustache and plotting evil deeds, no. However, your story does need an opposing...