Elise VanCise's Blog, page 33
August 9, 2011
Character Recipe
A cup of action hero, a dash of debonair, a pinch of mystery, or a sprinkle of good looks what makes a character unforgettable? There are characters we watch faithfully every week on TV, read every book written about them. Even some we write and just can't stop at one story.
These characters have something that draws us into their world. It's different for everyone. The same as everyone has a favorite ice cream flavor, they have a favorite character or character type.
There's no perfect...
August 1, 2011
Author Chat with M.J. Goodnow
Gladiator's Pen welcomes author MJ Goodnow to the Ludus. He is a man with a message to inspire others. So get comfortable and refill your cuppa as we chat.
Tell us about M J Goodnow Well, I was born in New London, Connecticut and made my way around the tri-state area of Connecticut, New York and New Jersey. Eventually settling in Minneapolis.I studied to become a Jesuit Priest before I realized the priesthood wasn't for me. Now I am a Deans List student at Ashford University, a father and an ...
Tell us about M J Goodnow Well, I was born in New London, Connecticut and made my way around the tri-state area of Connecticut, New York and New Jersey. Eventually settling in Minneapolis.I studied to become a Jesuit Priest before I realized the priesthood wasn't for me. Now I am a Deans List student at Ashford University, a father and an ...
July 14, 2011
Mark Everett Stone Shares Some Things to Do In Denver When You're Undead
Gladiator's Pen welcomes Mark Everett Stone to the Ludus. He's here for a chat and to celebrate the release of Things to Do in Denver When You're Undead. So refill your cuppa and enjoy our visit.
What do you think makes a good story? I don't believe it's just one or two things. It's a combination of all the elements…plot, pacing, dialogue, character development, efficient use of metaphors and similes, etc, etc. It's like cooking a great stew, if all the ingredients are there…wow, you've had a...
July 11, 2011
Fellow Writers Blog Hop : Writer's Flashback
This month the Fellow Writer's Blog Hop topic is Writer's Flashback. To take a look at something written maybe several months to years ago and share how our writing has evolved since then. I know my writing has changed a great deal in some ways.Here is a piece of a short story I had written for a contest about 7 years ago, called The Beast. The Beast is about two firefighters trapped in the middle of a forest fire. One is a full time paid firefighter, the other a volunteer. It's okay if yo...
July 4, 2011
Character Chat with Christine and James from Anna James' Coming Home
Welcome to Christine and James! Very nice to have our first fictional character chat with you in the Ludus. Tell us a little bit about your book Coming Home by Anna James
Thank you for having us and for letting us share our story with your readers.
Coming Home is a story about family deception, family reunions and the kind of love that triumphs over all odds.
Christine, your heart belongs to James Buchanan. What made you fall in love with him?
James is kind and loving and sexy as hell and the...
June 28, 2011
A Beautifully Broken Author Chat and Giveaway with Sherry Soule
WGladiator's Pen welcomes Sherry Soule to the Ludus! We're going to talk about her newest spell binding book Beautifully Broken hitting shelves on June 30th. Grab a cuppa and enjoy the chat. Don't forget to leave a comment for your chance to win a copy of Beautifully Broken! The winner will be drawn on Friday to make sure to share the link!
What made you choose Writing as a career? It chose me. J Can't remember a time when I wasn't writing. Honestly. It is in my blood. I have always been an a...
What made you choose Writing as a career? It chose me. J Can't remember a time when I wasn't writing. Honestly. It is in my blood. I have always been an a...
June 26, 2011
New York Can Wait
Here's another great blogfest perfect for any writer. It seems like every time the Muse gets in gear there's an interruption so to celebrate Sash's Secrets Blog created and is hosting this great blogfest. Be sure to visit her blog and check out the other great stories on the list. Below is my entry New York Can Wait.
New York Can Waitby Elise VanCise
Cynthea walked though the airport and sighs. He's late, he wanted me to come to New York and he's late.
Five more minutes she decided to give...
June 13, 2011
Defining Inspiration
inspiration (ˌɪnspɪˈreɪʃən) — n1. stimulation or arousal of the mind, feelings, etc, to special or unusual activity or creativity
We can't wait around for inspiration to hit like lightening during a storm. We have to go looking for it. If we open our eyes there's something to arouse your mind everywhere you go. (not that kind of aroused… get your mind out of the gutter)
How do we get it? Put in a favorite piece of music, pull up a Google search of your favorite artist's work, or pop in...
inspiration (ˌɪnspɪˈreɪʃən) — n1. ...
inspiration (ˌɪnspɪˈreɪʃən) — n1. stimulation or arousal of the mind, feelings, etc, to special or unusual activity or creativity
We can't wait around for inspiration to hit like lightening during a storm. We have to go looking for it. If we open our eyes there's something to arouse your mind everywhere you go. (not that kind of aroused… get your mind out of the gutter)
How do we get it? Put in a favorite piece of music, pull up a Google search of your favorite artist's work, or pop in...
June 11, 2011
Book Blogger Blog Hop 6/10 to 6/13
This weekly BOOK PARTY is an awesome opportunity for book bloggers to connect with other book lovers, make new friends, support each other, and generally just share our love of books! This weeks Book Blogger Hop is hosted by Lori's Reading Corner
This weeks Book Blogger Question is:
WHO IS THE ONE AUTHOR THAT YOU ARE DYING TO MEET?
This is a good question. I have a list of them I'd like to meet. Stephen King would be at the top of my list. I've seen some videos of a few of his lectures and...
