Welcome to the latest in a series of author interviews. Today fabulous romance author Nikki Belaire shares her insights into the lifestyle of the rich and famous, talks about writing characters that surprise us, and gives us a glimpse into the sequel to her wonderful novel Wine and Whiskey. Sarah: In a few sentences, can … Continue reading Author Interview: Nikki Belaire
Author Interview: Jeanne Marcella
Welcome to the third in a series of author interviews! Today I'm talking with fantasy author Jeanne Marcella about inspiration, self-publishing, and what it's like to write outside the norm. I'm thrilled to talk to the wonderful author of The Phoenix Embryo about her creative process and experience. Sarah: You’ve described your work as transgressive dark … Continue reading Author Interview: Jeanne Marcella
Author Interview: Amelia Bishop
Welcome to the second in a series of author interviews. Today romance author Amelia Bishop shares some insights about character development, her experiences with traditional and self-publishing, and gives us a glimpse into her recent novel Night Vision. Sarah: So many of your stories have a touch of the supernatural, whether it’s witchcraft or a … Continue reading Author Interview: Amelia Bishop
Author Interview: Kate Whitaker
Welcome to the first in a series of author interviews I’ll be featuring on the blog. Today I’m talking to urban fantasy author Kate Whitaker about found families, diversity in literature, and her experience as a self-published author. I’m thrilled to sit down with the prolific author of the Monsters of Pittsburgh and the Uncommon Animals series … Continue reading Author Interview: Kate Whitaker
7 Podcasts where you can meet the author
I love to hear authors talk about their work and their craft. It's a good reminder that everyone has a different process and a different technique, and it's fascinating to see the work and thought that went into some brilliant, beautiful books. Here are seven podcasts where you can hear authors answer interview questions and … Continue reading 7 Podcasts where you can meet the author
Creative procrastination: 11 questions to ask your characters
When I’m staring at a blank page, eyes unfocused, fingers drooping over the keyboard, sometimes I realize I’m just not going to get any drafting done today. That’s when I procrastinate turn to other exercises that help me develop my novel. One technique I like is to do a character sheet, where I examine different … Continue reading Creative procrastination: 11 questions to ask your characters
Writing software spotlight: Scrivener
There came a point in the creation of my novel when Microsoft Word and Google Docs just weren't cutting it. The document I was creating was too long and too complex. So, in addition to the apps I use for note taking and brainstorming, I picked up two alternative word processing programs, Scrivener and Storyist. … Continue reading Writing software spotlight: Scrivener
Second Pocket Watch Blog Hop Character Spotlight
What's the difference between a writer and a maniac? The voices in the writer's head are called characters. *a pause for laughter* *awkward silence ensues* Anyway, today's blog post is all about characters, brought to you once again by The Pocket Watch, a group of writers causing fictional mischief. In this blog hop, we're shining … Continue reading Second Pocket Watch Blog Hop Character Spotlight
10 Best Literary Snacks For Writers
What better way to settle into a writing ritual than with a snack inspired by a great book? Here are ten snacks that can add some mood and flavor to your writing session. 1. Cowboy coffee Annie Proulx’s unflinching portrayal of the hard ranching life in Wyoming in Bad Dirt is a bracing way to start … Continue reading 10 Best Literary Snacks For Writers
Personality tests for fictional characters
Have you ever wondered if your main character might be a narcissist? Is your villain a psychopath, or just misunderstood? I had a lot of fun giving these personality tests to my characters. Seeing their traits highlighted gave me a little perspective and some ideas. But I've got a warning, before we get started. None of … Continue reading Personality tests for fictional characters
Sarah Kay Moll 