Apr
10
2013
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Book Review: Daughters of Fire

Written by Lehua Parker

Like a Hawaiian plate lunch special, it’s a mix of many different genres, an unexpected combination of flavors and tastes that work well together.

Apr
9
2013
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Guidelines Not Outlines

Written by Mooderino

The problem for some people is that working it all out beforehand is too constricting AND leaving it all to inspiration is too vague. Neither approach works.

Apr
9
2013
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H is for Horror

Written by Sarah Allen

Discussion of the horror genre

Apr
9
2013
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Guest Author! Beverly Swerling: Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep

Written by Beverly Swerling

Historical fiction fans, check out this guest post by master-of-her-craft, Beverly Swerling on how her new book BRISTOL HOUSE began. You can also WIN a copy of the book.

Apr
9
2013
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Focus On What Matters

Written by Mooderino

Characters in stories tend to be single-minded. Either they’re driven by internal need, or circumstances force them, but they rarely live a carefree existence going from one thing to the next as they please.

Apr
9
2013
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Horror Author Neil Davies drops by the Blog Mansion

Written by Johnny Worthen

Horror author Neil Davies drops by to talk about his book Hard Winter, The Novel during spring clean up at The Blog Mansion

Apr
9
2013
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Monday, April 8, 2013 LTUE: First person POV

Written by Lauren

First person POV generally has only one MC (I'll cover the alternative later). All things must be filtered through that one person's viewpoint. If you want to hide things from your readers, it's relatively simple...

Apr
9
2013
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How to find your Passion?

Written by neobluepanther

No matter how busy we are, no matter how little time we have, if there is something that we want to do even when weighed down by life and work, then that thing is our passion.

Apr
8
2013
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Emotions Belong To Readers

Written by Mooderino

When it comes to using emotion in a story, the person whose emotions should be most important to you is the reader.

Apr
8
2013
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Dragon Fiasco Insights

Written by Ken Baker

An exclusive interview w/ Old MacDonald about the dragon troubles he had on his farm.

Apr
8
2013
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Making Your Book Launch STAND OUT

Written by Angela Ackerman

Standing out from all the social media promotion noise and commanding attention to your novel's release is the best way to ignite book sales. Here's how to do it!

Apr
8
2013
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Building Your Blog: Choosing Your Name, Layout, And Theme

Written by Anthony Dutson

When you lay the foundation for your blog, consider these simple tips.