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Review of Secrets Laid to Rest by Cathy C. Hall

When a group of paranormal investigators gives a ho hum presentation at the local library, four women decide they can do better. Together they form SPI (Southeastern Paranormal Investigations). They find their first case when a farmer and his wife visit Betsy’s husband because the woman thinks her antique doll collection is haunted. Because it … Continue reading Review of Secrets Laid to Rest by Cathy C. Hall →

Interview with Joan M. Griffin, author of Force of Nature

Last week, I reviewed Joan M. Griffin’s Force of Nature. You can read the post here. Today she is back to answer a few interview questions. Welcome, Joan! Let’s get started. Sue: What compelled you to create a written account of your journey? Joan: I had such an amazing experience hiking the John Muir Trail … Continue reading Interview with Joan M. Griffin, author of Force of Nature →

Why You Need to Be a Reading Writer

Her: I don’t read fiction. Me: But you write fiction. Her: But I don’t like what they’re publishing today. Me: They why do you write fiction. There isn’t much about being a writer that is easy. What’s the exception? Reading! Yet, I talk to a lot of writers who aren’t readers. Some don’t read anything … Continue reading Why You Need to Be a Reading Writer →

3 Ways to Add Creepiness to Your Picture Book Manuscript

I love creepy stories. Jump scares, atmosphere, and . . . what is that sound? Gore and violence don’t play as well with me, but creepy-ness? Yes, please! The thing to remember when writing for the youngest readers is that these books aren’t horror. They are simply creepy. How do you make that work? Weird … Continue reading 3 Ways to Add Creepiness to Your Picture Book Manuscript →

Guest Post: There Are so Many Publishers; How Do You Choose Who to Submit to? by Emily Winslow

I’m taking part in a blog tour for Emily Winslow’s book, Time to Write. As part of this tour, Emily has written a post about how to find the right publisher for your book. Check out the other posts on the tour below but first I’m going to hand this post off to Emily. Welcome, … Continue reading Guest Post: There Are so Many Publishers; How Do You Choose Who to Submit to? by Emily Winslow →

Listen to Your Body

I have a book due today. I have the first chapter and outline of another project due in a week. I am prepping for Write Till Christmas which means that I’m outlining a third project. Yet, I’m starting a new knit project, The Very Stripey Cowl KAL. Why? Because work-work-work is taking a physical and … Continue reading Listen to Your Body →

Character Driven v Plot Driven

I have to admit that I’m not a huge fan of character driven books. Me? I’m a goal oriented person. So it makes sense to me that I like plot driven stories, but this book won me over. If you don’t know the difference between plot driven and character driven, let me take a moment … Continue reading Character Driven v Plot Driven →

Review Force of Nature by Joan M. Griffin

I wasn’t sure what to expect when I agreed to review this particular title. Cover copy describes it as “equal parts gripping adventure tale, personal memoir, and vivid nature writing.” I adore nature writing although I have to admit that I knew very little about the John Muir Trail before I read this. Okay, let’s … Continue reading Review Force of Nature by Joan M. Griffin →

Doing a Bit of Research Before You Say Yes (and 3 New Covers)

For ages, I would spot my covers on Amazon before the books were available and long before I received my copies. But more recently Amazon has been scooped several times by Barnes and Noble. I received a Google Alert about Cave and Mine Survival Stories at B&N and then found the other two — The … Continue reading Doing a Bit of Research Before You Say Yes (and 3 New Covers) →

Review of Time to Write by Emily Winslow

I am reviewing this book as part of the WOW! Women on Writing blog tour for Emily Winslow’s book. Read on for my review. For more on the tour. Check out the graphic at the bottom of the page. Recently a newer writer joined the critique group I belong to. She asked for advice on … Continue reading Review of Time to Write by Emily Winslow →