The cultural normal of parents being another obstacle has gone on for far to long in modern-day story. Today I show how you can include your character’s parents in the story both genuinely and realistically.
Category: Author’s Corner
The Horse’s Hour– A Short Story
A teenager’s forgotten collection of horse models comes to life at night to fulfill a special mission.
Find Your Start: Five Tips for Writing a Better Beginning
Ever get stuck writing the first chapter? In the second part of my NaNoWriMo Writing Helps series, I talk about how to write an awesome first chapter that will suck readers in and keep them hooked.
Interview With Gillian Bronte Adams!
Gillian Bronte Adams, award-winning author of Of Fire and Ash and the Songkeeper chronicles, has agreed to do an interview on writing equine fiction and fantasy. Today I ask her six questions about writing Of Fire and Ash and any tips she would have for young writers.
How to Write Strong Male Characters
Modern media often uses the same stereotypes for guys, either making them unrealistically strong or overly feminized. This article will help you write male characters that are not only realistic, but resonate with your readers.
The Great Boardgame Heist: A Short Story From the World of Brieltas
Jackie tries to write down the infamous story of her friends’ boardgame store heist… but her narration doesn’t go as planned.
A Sneak Peek of a Coming Surprise!
I am working on a special surprise for all of my blog subscribers, and today I will share a very small part of that surprise! It is the first chapter of a new novella I am going to send out near the end of November. You’ll hear the blurb soon, but for today, here is chapter one!
The Value of Re-Reading: The Best Books Are Worth Going Back To
Rereading is a valuable literary skill for not just writers, but for anyone who loves books. But what makes a book worth a reread? Why should we reread?
Song Against Storm: A Short Story From the World of Brieltas
A short story involving Katara, one of the characters in my WIP.
TITLE REVEAL FOR KARA SWANSON (And an Opportunity for Writers!)
The title reveal for Kara Swanson’s new book is here!