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2021 is coming to an end

I want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas. May it be filled with love, joy, and wonderful memories. May 2022 be a better year for you and your family. I will see you all in 2022.

Reading the genres you write in: Do you?

As a writer, I read books the genres of my books. One can learn from other writers by observing how they use descriptions, write dialogue and progress their storyline. I am not saying to copy what they are doing. But you can learn different ways to word things or set up plots and dialogue. One … Continue reading Reading the genres you write in: Do you? →

Watch out, everyone: I have another book coming out

I received some good news recently. A publisher has picked up one of my manuscripts which is part of the Squirrel Mafia series. I don’t have a working title and need to gather pictures for the book like I did with the first one. Writing Squirrel Mafia vol. 1 was such a fun book to … Continue reading Watch out, everyone: I have another book coming out →

Do you sometimes write with no goal in mind?

Sometimes you need to write on something that will lead nowhere. It could be in a genre you haven’t written in, a topic or subject that gets you writing that can include a picture or word prompt. It gives you a break that could open the door to more opportunities as well. NaNoWriMo has done … Continue reading Do you sometimes write with no goal in mind? →

Do you stand behind your manuscript?

When you are exercising, do you hydrate? When your car is overheating, do you add water to the radiator? If it is cold in the house, do you leave the windows open? When people in your beta or critique group layout suggestions, do you pay attention? Do you ignore what you are hearing? Do you … Continue reading Do you stand behind your manuscript? →

How many ideas do you have for novels?: Even if you never get to write them all

How many ideas do you have as an author? At this point, I have just way too many. There is no way I can write them all out before I am long gone. So, why do I keep adding thoughts and ideas to my bulging notebooks? It’s what we do as writers. It might be … Continue reading How many ideas do you have for novels?: Even if you never get to write them all →

Flowery descriptions: Are you a fan?

Do you love using flowery descriptions? Hmm, let me rephrase. Do you like flowery descriptions that go on page after page? Count me as a resounding no. I know a few authors who love reading and writing in this format when it comes to descriptions. That is not me. I understand giving backstory, descriptive scenes, … Continue reading Flowery descriptions: Are you a fan? →

What languages are your books in?

How many languages do you speak? It does not have to be fluent. At the moment, my Jasper, Amazon parrot series is in Spanish and Portuguese. Or so I thought. Someone asked me for a link to my books. Upon doing so, I found the image above. My book is now in Italian. I was … Continue reading What languages are your books in? →

Revising: When does it ever end for your manuscript?

I always figured the hard part of being one was writing the book. I soon found out writing the book was one of the easiest parts of the journey. Revising is a big part of getting one’s book in the best shape possible. If you don’t have all the ducks in a row the novel … Continue reading Revising: When does it ever end for your manuscript? →

Do you order a proof of your book prior to releasing it?

Do you order a proof before you release your book out into the world? How confident are you in your critique group, editor, and beta readers?How confident are you in your ability to get your manuscript in the best shape possible? Because that is what it comes down to, getting as near perfect as you … Continue reading Do you order a proof of your book prior to releasing it? →