Hey, everybody. Poppet Hatcher here, putting on my reporter's glasses and filling in for my favorite human. (And don't I look just too cool for school in those red glasses??) It's been a crazy summer for Robin. She's done some traveling and will be doing more traveling in the coming months. But mostly she's been trying to "wrestle a book to the ground." She says writing is like that sometimes. … [Read more...]
The Power of Nature (Guest Blogger, Sara E. Ladd)
Is there anything more intriguing that nature? As a writer, I find inspiration all around me: A thunderstorm’s electric energy and brooding skies. The crispness of a cool autumn breeze. A new-fallen snow’s quiet stillness. The delicate fragrance of spring’s first blooms. I live in the Midwest, and this summer has been one of the most pleasant I can recall. The temperatures have been mild, … [Read more...]
Cover Candy (Guest Blogger, Laura Frantz)
When prepping this post, I debated whether to title it “cover love” or "cover candy” and the candy factor won out. A good cover really should be as delightful as a big box of chocolates! It should “pop” in industry lingo. Cover art is my favorite part of publishing. When that much-anticipated cover file arrives in my inbox for the first time, I always say a prayer before I open it, hoping for the … [Read more...]
A Writer’s Passion (Guest Blogger, DiAnn Mills)
How can a writer expect readers to be excited about a novel unless the writer feels the same passion? Does enthusiasm for story mean having passion for every word? Absolutely! Every grueling step of the process must be met with a committed spirit. Passion for Firewall kept me spellbound, as though the world around me had stopped while I wrote the novel. Research captured me with intrigue and … [Read more...]
Brainstorming, Here I Come
I’m so excited. Today is the day I depart for my brainstorming retreat. This is the 12th annual retreat for this special group of writers. I’ve shared photos in the past and no doubt will share photos again, although I may not be first. Tamera and Tricia are also part of this “Plot, Play, & Pray Retreat.” Whenever I’m asked what is my favorite part of writing, my answer is “Brainstorming!” … [Read more...]
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