Tag: fiction
A Visit to the Land of What-If
Even after a story seems locked in, I sometimes have to re-ignite my big picture imagination. Read More …
Creative Writing: Leaps of Discipline
Discipline gives us the freedom to be creative. Read More …
Character Names: The Choice
Names matter, but they also have to be instantly recognizable on the page. Read More …
Fiction Writing: Matching Physical Traits to Personality
Chosen wisely, visual details can show readers our character’s personalities—and maybe even predict the role they’ll play in the story. Read More …
Creative Slogging: Cleaning Up After Myself
Developing a story involves chasing a few rabbits down holes. Read More …
Rewarded for Playing Hooky
Book research can happen in the most unexpected places. Read More …
Fiction Writing: The Art of Dropping Breadcrumbs
In order to drop breadcrumbs throughout a story, first you have to bake the bread. Good thing there’s a baker in my latest novel. Read More …
Let the Games Begin: Game of Sails for $2.99
Olympic sailing and publishing have both changed drastically since 1994. Fortunately, some traits remain constant. Read More …
What A Ringing Phone Doesn’t Tell Us
When the phone rings inside a story, it’s up to the author to figure out who’s calling. Read More …
Author Lessons from Spotlight
When is a story ready to publish? Probably later than we think. Read More …
