Sharon C. Williams's Blog, page 16

Who knew that rescuing a particular bird would make such an impact?: Jasper, Amazon Parrot

This week it has been 20 years since we adopted and rescued a young five year old Yellow Cheek Amazon by the name of Jasper. While we don’t know his actual birthday we celebrate in October. I’ve tried to imagine … Continue reading →

Reviewing a book for authors and reviewers

  There are so many sites writers can use for their social platforms. Goodreads is a book lovers and author’s dream. There you can share reviews of books you have read. Leaving a review however should not be taken lightly. … Continue reading →

Amazon Best Selling Author: Sharon C. Williams

I came across something by complete accident. I found out that my children’s series in audible made the Amazon Best Sellers list last week. I am not sure how high up the chart they went since again I found out … Continue reading →

Do you know your writing voice?

According to Margaret Maron, creator of Judge Deborah Knott: Voice is the most important ingredient in a successful book. The plot may be clever, but if the voice doesn’t engage us, how can we care? According to John Morgan Wilson … Continue reading →

Developing your story: Characters and so much more

After taking a character development class the instructor passed out a form on how to critique the members of the group. That made me wonder. It would be awesome, in my opinion, if we could pass this on to our … Continue reading →

Liberties in writing

      This is a post from a few years ago. The message is still the same which is to know who your audience is and who might pick up your book. ———————————————————– I have been a bird owner … Continue reading →

Critiquing: Are you one who is constructive or destructive?

  At one writing meeting I was told repeatedly about this new member who was amazing at critique their works. I was excited. While I had nothing to present this was still a win win. The meeting began and this … Continue reading →

Prompts: Writing or picture

  I love writing prompts for it makes you really think hard and dig deep to write something that will make sense and fun to read. But a picture prompt are, to me, so much more fun. I have written … Continue reading →

Reviewing different genres: book review

    I been reviewing books for a quite a while now. In that time I have done it for companies, authors and just for myself. Reviewing the various genres can be challenging. In fact some reviewers will only review … Continue reading →

I was just interviewed by Debbie De Louise

  I was reviewed by the lovely and talented Debbie De Louise. It was released last Friday. Instead of posting it here I will send you to the link where it was posted. That will give my readers a chance … Continue reading →