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Sarah Kay Moll

Author of Contemporary Fiction

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The 5 best books I read in 2015

December 7, 2015December 7, 2015Leave a comment

It’s that wonderful time of the year, when every blogger makes “Best of the Year” lists. I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about which books meant the most to me this year, which books challenged me as a reader, inspired me as a writer, and were the most fun. Because it was so hard … Continue reading The 5 best books I read in 2015

How to write a killer: 5 great examples

June 21, 2015July 12, 2015Leave a comment

Getting into the head of someone who's taken a life isn't easy (I hope!) But well written books can transport us anywhere, even into the head of a murderer. These are five books I've found very useful in writing my novel. They're all wonderful and enjoyable reads as well.  1. Blood on Snow by Jo … Continue reading How to write a killer: 5 great examples

How to Write a Psychopath

June 7, 2015June 23, 20183 Comments

Psychopaths can be tricky to write, because it’s not always easy (I hope!) to get into the head of someone who lacks remorse, empathy, and a sense of morality. Psychopathy is often a misunderstood concept, even among psychologists. So here’s a little guide to help you come up with the perfect psychopath, evil laughter included. … Continue reading How to Write a Psychopath

Author Interview: Nikki Belaire

May 25, 2015June 14, 2015Leave a comment

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

Second Pocket Watch Blog Hop Character Spotlight

April 6, 2015May 16, 201810 Comments

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

Setting the stage: Tone and realism in fiction

March 8, 2015March 25, 20152 Comments

One of the wonderful things about art is that it can take us anywhere. But when constructing a setting, particularly a real world setting, it's important to get a good sense of the tone and level of realism you want your work to have. If the setting isn't consistent, well researched, and appropriate for the … Continue reading Setting the stage: Tone and realism in fiction

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