The Art of Giving Up on Books
…that went into writing it. Meanwhile I find it difficult to read more than two pages from the book each week. Then there are the confusing plots and elusive themes:…
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Applying the Scientific Method to Writing & Editing
…other authors’ ideas, but still speaks to what’s hot on the market. For short stories, we might start exploring different journals that would fit the vibe of the piece we…
Episode 167: Publishing Through Perseverance — Interview with Jodi Kendall
…can do it, too. How to tap into your own emotions to create characters and themes that impact middle grade readers. Plus, Jodi’s #1 tip for writers. About Jodi Kendall…
Writing Inspirational Romance
…novel aficionado. It’s true. Don’t think for a second publishers will buy inspirational romance stories depicting characters with collars buttoned to just under the nostrils or who spend an evening,…
Supporting the AAPI Community
…novels, short stories and essays. Her interview can be found in Episode 217: Write Dangerously of DIY MFA Radio. You can find Yang on her website. Guy Kawasaki Guy Kawasaki…
#5onFri: Five Things Overheard at My Writing Table Podcast
…Susie Orman Schnall were generous with their time, sharing details from their personal publishing journeys. Here are some of the themes arising from those writing podcast interviews: 1. Authenticity Write…
#5OnFri: Five Victorian Novels
…immerse yourself in the era. I’ve compiled a list of some of my favorites that, on top of being excellent stories, speak to some of the major concerns of the…
Take Me Away: 3 Killer Tips for Creating a Spine-Tingling Setting
…and hint at themes. If you can manage both, your setting will shine as brightly as the Overlook. For instance, a common theme of horror might be the corruption of…
Award-Winning Children’s and YA Books: 2018
…universal themes about kindness and the human-animal connection. A girl in a simple red-hooded coat stands out against the blinding white blizzard she is lost in. When she stops to…
New Spin: The Picture Book Behind “What Does the Fox Say?”
…short-lived fun.” What Does the Fox Say? is unlike most other books that Nyhus has written or illustrated, which often encompass more mainstream artwork and themes that are psychological or…
