It can be difficult for a writer to keep her chin up. For a person who needs to be sensitive enough to reflect the most compelling attributes of humans and humanity through story, the harsh landscape of a writer’s world can be difficult to endure. Like our beloved characters, writers contend with a multitude of…
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Schmooze Cruise
If there’s anything scarier than public speaking, it’s private speaking. Not the quiet conversations you have with friends but the prospect of being thrown into a room of strangers and having to get out with any shred of dignity intact. Some people have no trouble making new friends, but introverted and anti-social writers seem to…
Trying New Things–Kindle Scout
Last month, I talked about trying new approaches in the aftermath of losing a publisher. Starting with this post, I’m going to talk about some of the new things I’m trying. The book I’m focusing on right now is a full-length paranormal romance novel about spies who’ve been genetically altered to have special powers. The…
Rocky Mountain Writer #44
Corinne O’Flynn – Getting Ready for Colorado Gold Registration for Colorado Gold, RMFW’s big three-day conference in September, is now open and this podcast provides a thorough preview from conference chair Corinne O’Flynn. There are several new features to the conference this year including “Hook Your Book” sessions, new options on the master class schedule,…
Are we having fun yet? … by Chris Goff
I have always considered myself a “glass half-full”-kind of gal. You know, the one who always looks on the bright side, who sees the funny in things, and enjoys her work. But lately, I’m finding it harder and harder to write. Take RED SKY, my book-in-progress. I should be thrilled. I have a contract, an…