I'm sure you've heard the joke: be careful not to tick off a writer, she might turn you into a character and kill you. It's pretty common for authors to create characters based on people they've run into in their daily lives. Maybe they borrow aspects from them (an interest, a talent, a job) and insert them into new characters in their books. But what about turning yourself into a character? Is it a good idea, or are you running the risk of making the book too personal?
Read moreShould Books Have Trigger Warnings?
Last year, I attended ICON, Iowa's longest running sci-fi/fantasy convention. During a panel in which I shared information about myself as an author and my books, the audience and I started talking about trigger warnings and parental advisory notices on music and movies. This led us to wonder, should books also have warnings as well? Yes, we divide the books between children's, YA, NA, Adult, Erotica, etc., but is that enough?
Read moreMy Writing Process: Help! My Outline Exploded!
I love learning about people's writing styles. I'm used to the typical question, are you a plotter, pantser, or plantser? Basically, do you plot your story, write by the seat of your pants, or do a little of both?
Read more2020 Goals
This year, I want to talk about both writing and personal health goals for myself. I'm hoping by posting them here, it'll help keep me accountable. Not only that, you'll have a little preview of what to expect from me this year!
Read moreDealing With Deadlines
What can you do to set up, and stick to, deadlines for your book or creative piece?
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