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The Truth About Lying (Sentence to Start Story #2)

Here's the thing about lying: it works. And that's the truth.



At least that's what I keep telling myself.



"Mr. Senator, you have thirty more seconds," the moderator says.



Why do they make these podiums so small?  Where are those stupid notes?



"Yes, of course I am for a repeal of the bill," I begin.  I can't even remember what bill they are talking about.  Just look at the camera and be bold.



"During my term, we single-handedly fought to keep this bill off of the floor.  It...

What is the Process of Writing a Novel - Part 2 (Tips on Writing Tuesday #3)

Last week I discussed the first six steps in my personal novel writing process.  Today, we finish the discussion...











A 12 Step Novel Writing Process

Part 2: Steps 7-12



7. Plot Draft - Go ahead, it's okay.  You can actually start writing now:-)



I call my first draft the 'plot draft' because it helps me focus on what's most important at this point, the story...the plot.  You just have to write.  Period.  You cannot go back and edit.



Repeat.



Write a...

What is the Process of Writing a Novel - Part 2 (Tips on Writing Tuesday)

Last week I discussed the first six steps in my personal novel writing process.  Today, we finish the discussion...











A 12 Step Novel Writing Process

Part 2: Steps 7-12



7. Plot Draft - Go ahead, it's okay.  You can actually start writing now:-)



I call my first draft the 'plot draft' because it helps me focus on what's most important at this point, the story...the plot.  You just have to write.  Period.  You cannot go back and edit.



Repeat.



Write a...

Sentence to Start - Week #3: Submit Away!

After my first 'Sentence to Start' story, I'm more excited than ever.





Time to submit for this week!



If you don't know the details, click here.  Basically, you submit a sentence that you think would make a great start to a story.



Then you, the readers, vote on the top 3.  In coming weeks I will use those 3 as my writing prompts and we find out exactly where our imaginations can take us:-)



So enter away, share with friends, and be sure to check back next week to vote.  You...

Sentence to Start - #3 - Submit Away!

After my first 'Sentence to Start' story, I'm more excited than ever.





Time to submit for this week!



If you don't know the details, click here.  Basically, you submit a sentence that you think would make a great start to a story.



Then you, the readers, vote on the top 3.  In coming weeks I will use those 3 as my writing prompts and we find out exactly where our imaginations can take us:-)



So enter away, share with friends, and be sure to check back next week to vote.  You...

Last Meal (Sentence to Start Story #1)

It was the last thing in the world he'd consider, and the first thing he'd run away from, but he was in a strange place, starving, and no other option had presented itself.



He stayed low to the ground, watching it.  His stomach growled with anticipation, yet his mind continued the compelling argument.



You can't eat that.



He shook his head, and the thought, out of his mind.



The creature stood directly in front of him, waiting, clueless, rummaging through the debris left be...

Sentence to Start - Week #2: Time to Vote!

I LOVE all the submissions...keep them coming!



Here are the top 10 sentences from last week (chosen randomly).  Voting is open to anybody, so spread the word.  If a sentence you submitted is on here, well then you definitely want to have your friends stop by and vote for it!  Just give them this shortened link: http://bit.ly/Uxa9Dd



Vote for the one you think would make the BEST starting sentence to a story.



The sentence that gets the most votes will win a $5 ecard to Am...

Sentence to Start - #2: Time to Vote!

I LOVE all the submissions...keep them coming!



Here are the top 10 sentences from last week (chosen randomly).  Voting is open to anybody, so spread the word.  If a sentence you submitted is on here, well then you definitely want to have your friends stop by and vote for it!  Just give them this shortened link: http://bit.ly/Uxa9Dd



Vote for the one you think would make the BEST starting sentence to a story.



The sentence that gets the most votes will win a $5 ecard to Am...

Giveaway for Free, Autographed Copies of Both My Books

You guys ROCK!



I did a giveaway last week for surpassing 100+ supporters on FB.  During that time, I went over 200.  So you have forced me to do another giveaway (I know you're upset):-)







As a way to say thank you, I am giving away autographed copies of both my books,  The Greatest Discovery  and  The Greatest Choice .



Enter the giveaway below using Rafflecopter.  Giveaway starts today and runs through next Friday (September 28th).  Winner will be announced...

Winner of 'Sentence to Start' - Week #1

Congratulations to Justin Y. for submitting the sentence that received the most votes this week!



Great job, Justin!  A $5 ecard to Amazon or B&N is on it's way.



Here it is:



"It was the last thing in the world he'd consider, and the first thing he'd run away from, but he was in a strange place, starving and no other option had presented itself."



So many questions.  Who is 'he'?  Where is he?  Why is he starving?  What is going to be the 'it' that is the last th...