Recently, authors have asked me
several questions regarding chapters. What is a good word count for a scene?
How many scenes should make up a chapter? When is a chapter considered too
long?
I suspect that the authors who
asked these questions wanted simple answers, but the truth is, the answer lies
within...
Make-A-Story™ - Monday's Writing Prompt
Writing to spec – you’ve heard the term. It means writing what the publisher
wants. Can you do it? In our new feature - Make-A-Story™, we ask
you to create a story with these elements.
The story can be set in any time frame, any length, must adhere to our
guidelines and have...
Tactical Tuesday: Advice for Self-Editing
Stop! Back Away from the
Exclamation Point! Yes, it’s a point of contention with me. I get aggravated
over exclamation points. I never much liked this punctuation mark. I think it’s
my least favorite unless you count an improper use of the semicolons. Now,
properly used semicolons are a great form...
Make-A-Story™ - Monday's Writing Prompt
Writing to spec – you’ve heard the term. It means writing what the publisher
wants. Can you do it? In our new feature - Make-A-Story™, we ask
you to create a story with these elements.
The story can be set in any time frame, any length, must adhere to our
guidelines and have...
Time to think about Christmas!
As we're getting into the new year's groove, it's time to start thinking about Christmas! Get clicking on those keyboards dear writers. Our 2013 Christmas Extravaganza is on the way.
Pelican Book...
Writer's Tip Thursday: Nothing Left Undone
You’ve done it! Finished that first draft. Now what? I recommend giving yourself some space before looking at it again, if time permits. A couple of weeks’ worth, at least. Clear your head. Read a novel. Write something else, or plan your next book. Then, when it’s time to work through the edits, here...
Make-A-Story™ - Monday's Writing Prompt
Writing to spec – you’ve heard the term. It means writing what the publisher
wants. Can you do it? In our new feature - Make-A-Story™, we ask
you to create a story with these elements.
The story can be set in any time frame, any length, must adhere to our
guidelines and have...
