L. MacNaughton's Blog, page 21
June 5, 2014
Top 3 Questions of Aspiring Writers
I’m always happy to answer questions from aspiring authors. This week, I got some tricky ones: Q: How do you know when to end one chapter and start the next chapter? A: You end a chapter as soon as the lead character either achieves their goal or fails. The best place to end a chapter […]
May 27, 2014
Win a Manuscript Critique, Help a Great Cause
You can win 50 pages of intense story development editing in the Brenda Novak diabetes auction: http://brendanovak.auctionanything.co... If you’re a writer, or you know someone who is … Find out how you can get my undivided attention and advice for a full 50 pages. Plus, you’ll get a personal 20 minute follow-up phone call to talk about […]
May 19, 2014
Ghost Towns, Tarantulas, and a Million Dollars Cash
Just did a revealing interview about the truth behind ghost towns, cash-sniffing border patrol dogs . . . and even a tarantula migration. True story. Check out my latest stop on the book tour for The Spider Thief, at the outstanding Omnimystery News, where editor Lance Wright presents the exclusive inside scoop on mystery books, games, TV shows, […]
May 12, 2014
12 Bestselling Authors Taught Me This
Over the years, I’ve interviewed dozens of bestselling authors — and they all had the same advice. I’ll tell you what it is in this interview at the Littleton Writers Critique Group. I’ll also reveal the surprising advice my literary agent gave me . . . the “old school” trick to stop procrastinating and get […]
May 8, 2014
How to Write Anything
Have you ever needed to write something, but you didn’t know how to get started? As a professional writer, I face that problem daily. Luckily, I’ve discovered a super-simple way to organize any writing project. And I’m about to share it with you. (By the way, this trick was invented by master copywriter Steve Slaunwhite, […]
May 7, 2014
Last Chance to Win from SFSignal.com
Quick reminder: SFSignal.com is hosting a giveaway of The Spider Thief, now in paperback — and today’s the last chance to win! Enter to win on SFSignal.com > Over a hundred people suffered serious memory loss after a serious outbreak of food poisoning in eastern Canada. The condition was caused by a substance called ... Read more on […]
May 2, 2014
Action! Thrills! Fantasy! FREE Comic Book Day is Tomorrow!
Who doesn’t love comic books? They’re the perfect way to get kids hooked on reading. And face front, True Believer, ’cause grown-ups can enjoy ‘em too! In fact, here’s the sensational Stan Lee to tell you all about it: So what are you waiting for? Find your local comic book shop here: http://www.freecomicbookday.com/ What’s your […]
May 1, 2014
5 stars for The Spider Thief: Stolen Memory
A new five-star review for The Spider Thief, Part 1: Stolen Memory: “Fast paced, thrilling, smooth and beautifully written. The very beginning captures you, takes you in and won’t let you go.” Read the review on Kelly ‘Steam’ Renée’s Book Blog “Just finished reading it and the twist at the very end just blew my mind! […]
April 28, 2014
Win a Spider Thief paperback from SFSignal.com
SFSignal.com is hosting a giveaway of The Spider Thief, now in paperback! Win it on SFSignal.com > Many years ago, I lost several crucial minutes of my memory, and in that time I almost died. There’s a funny thing about having your memories stolen from you — it makes you wonder how those memories, if you had […]
April 21, 2014
Best new TV show: Downton Zombie!
England, 1914 . . . LORD GRANTHAM: Something seems a bit off with the new footman, wouldn’t you say, my dear? ZOMBIE: RRRGH! AARR! LADY GRANTHAM: My word. Mr. Bates, look out! ZOMBIE: MMRAAH! MR. BATES: Perfectly all right, thank you. Don’t concern yourself. LADY GRANTHAM: Thomas, go help Mr. Bates. THOMAS: Begging your pardon, […]
