by admin | Mar 3, 2021 | Author Advice, Write A Book, Writing Tips
Taglines are like bait. They try to hook the reader. An author needs to spend time crafting a great tagline and book hook to get potential readers interested enough to read the back of book blurb. A catchy phrase entices and summarizes what your book is all about. T... by admin | Feb 25, 2021 | Author Advice, Write A Book, Writing Tips
Dialogue tags should be like Ninja. Reader don’t even know they are there! Tips and tricks for when and when NOT to use he said, she said. Go to my Facebook group, CLUB AUTUMN for a copy of the show notes.   by admin | Feb 25, 2021 | Author Advice, Write A Book, Writing Tips
Ah, that first novel. All that stuff I didn’t know. I didn’t even know how much I didn’t know about the writing and publishing process. However, writing a novel was a dream that I made a reality. I learned so many things while writing my first novel!... by admin | Feb 24, 2021 | Author Advice, Write A Book, Writing Tips
There are 12 common archetypes in literature. In short, an archetype is a classic example or model of something. Archetypes have specific traits that make them instantly identifiable and understandable. Are you using archetypes for maximum plot and story potential?... by admin | Feb 24, 2021 | Author Advice, Write A Book, Writing Tips
I need a hero….Every novel needs a hero. Not all heroes are the same. There are lots of different kinds of male heroes. Is your hero the classic male alpha hero, warrior hero, beta hero, bad boy, good ruler, or professor hero? This is the 2nd in my archetype... by admin | Feb 23, 2021 | Author Advice, Write A Book, Writing Tips
The female is hero is here! And she’s here to stay! I love strong female characters. I love them so much they are in all of my books. Woman power! Yes! There are many different kinds of female heroes. The crusader, librarian, boss, survivor, spunky gal, free...