I’ve always said that I want people to “buy my books, read my books and like my books.” The first part of that sequence—buy my…
As authors, we want people to be impacted by our writing. Part of that impact comes from demonstrating authentic emotions among our characters. There are…
We all feel it as writers: the need for dialogue that moves our readers through our works, waiting with baited breath for the next scene.…
When I addressed the topic of writing hooks last month, I hope I didn’t imply that writing momentum isn’t important for the long haul. Yes,…
Every reader makes a silent contract with a story. In the first few sentences, they decide whether to lean in or move on. As an…