Summer can be more than just a backdrop in fiction. It can evoke a mood, a memory, and feelings of nostalgia or the discomfort of…
Writer’s block. We hate it. It comes out of nowhere, and hits us like a freight train. It can stymie even the most seasoned fiction…
One of the most common questions I get as a writer is: “Where do you get your ideas?” It’s a question that never fails to…
Back in August of 2024, I talked about creating compelling characters, something important to all authors. But I didn’t address details about—arguably—the most compelling characters…
In-person literary events are still relevant, even in a world of digital everything. Attending book signings, readings, and author panels is more than just a…