Very few people are born as child prodigies or with such exceptional talent that everything comes easily to them. From time to time, we hear of some pianist or gymnast or mathematician who completely stands out from everyone else. But the large majority of people don’t land on the planet with extraordinary talent. In fact, some of us may have pretty slim pickings when it comes to natural … [Read more...]
Word of Mouth: One of the Most Powerful Tools in Helping a Book Succeed
Think for a few minutes about the kinds of things that make you want to pick up a book and read it. Most of the time we read a book because it's by an author we already know and love. Sometimes a cover might attract us to take a closer look, particularly if we're browsing in a brick-and-mortar store. But I'm guessing the large majority of us discover books based on word of mouth. The … [Read more...]
Why Are Novellas So Popular? (Plus a FREE Novella!)
A novella is simply a short novel, usually about a quarter or third of the size of a full-length book. It contains all the same elements as a novel: well-drawn characters, interesting plot, love interest (for romances), and internal character growth. But the story is much less complicated and moves fairly quickly. As publishing and books have entered the digital age, novellas have increased in … [Read more...]
The Power of Stories
As an avid reader, I LOVE to be entertained by a well-told story. And of course as a writer, I LOVE when readers say things like: I couldn’t put your book down or it kept me up past bedtime. Fiction is supposed to be entertaining—a good story with lovable characters wrapped up in a riveting plot. But books are more than pure entertainment. They are laced with incredible power. First they … [Read more...]
Why I Love Writing YA (And a giveaway!)
Today I’m celebrating the release of a new book! While officially the book doesn’t hit shelves until next Tuesday (March 7), I decided today was close enough to start partying and have a giveaway! FOR LOVE & HONOR is the third and final book in my Young Adult series set during medieval times and centering around knights, castles, and daring damsels. For those who haven’t yet read An … [Read more...]
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