Chrys Fey's Blog, page 34
September 18, 2017
Diverse Characters - S + T + U
INTRODUCTION:
There’s been a lot of talk about adding diverse characters to fictional books. Most of the time, this is about including people of color if you’re a Caucasian writer, but all writers can add diverse characters to their books. And why stop at race? In this series, I’m going to list all sorts of diverse characters.
Note: I'm not knowledgeable about all types of people, so I'm skipping my usual tips in favor of letting others share their knowledge. See below
**I won't be...
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There’s been a lot of talk about adding diverse characters to fictional books. Most of the time, this is about including people of color if you’re a Caucasian writer, but all writers can add diverse characters to their books. And why stop at race? In this series, I’m going to list all sorts of diverse characters.
Note: I'm not knowledgeable about all types of people, so I'm skipping my usual tips in favor of letting others share their knowledge. See below
**I won't be...
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September 11, 2017
A Book For EVERYONE - Your One Word
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Amazon
The book I’m highlighting today was written for entrepreneurs and small business owners, but anyone can use the concept of One Word for their website, blog, business, etc. So why not discover the secret power of Your One Word?
I did!
First, what is One Word?
It is one word that defines you (who you are), your business, what you strive for in all you...
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Amazon
The book I’m highlighting today was written for entrepreneurs and small business owners, but anyone can use the concept of One Word for their website, blog, business, etc. So why not discover the secret power of Your One Word?
I did!
First, what is One Word?
It is one word that defines you (who you are), your business, what you strive for in all you...
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September 6, 2017
A Stressful Month / IWSG
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NOTE: I'm having a horrible day. It'll take me a while to reply back and visit blogs. Sorry.
Award:
I got this a week ago from 10greatest.com:
You might notice a few other familiar names/faces on the list.
August:
August was a tough month.
I went about 5 days without an AC for my house. In Florida heat.
I had to do car...
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NOTE: I'm having a horrible day. It'll take me a while to reply back and visit blogs. Sorry.
Award:
I got this a week ago from 10greatest.com:
You might notice a few other familiar names/faces on the list.
August:
August was a tough month.
I went about 5 days without an AC for my house. In Florida heat.
I had to do car...
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August 28, 2017
Join Fey's Sparklers! / Monthly Mishmash
Radio Interview:
I did my first radio interview on Off The Chain, hosted by author Yvonne Mason. We discuss my pen name, how I started writing, the Disaster Crimes Series, and I share fiery details about Book 4.
Recorded Interview:
I did this recorded interview back in June. It was posted earlier this month. Check it out and witness how terrified I am. LOL!
I'm starting a street team! :D
Fey's Sparklers
WHY SPARKLERS? Because they are cool. lol And because a spark can ignite a...
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I did my first radio interview on Off The Chain, hosted by author Yvonne Mason. We discuss my pen name, how I started writing, the Disaster Crimes Series, and I share fiery details about Book 4.
Recorded Interview:
I did this recorded interview back in June. It was posted earlier this month. Check it out and witness how terrified I am. LOL!
I'm starting a street team! :D
Fey's Sparklers
WHY SPARKLERS? Because they are cool. lol And because a spark can ignite a...
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August 21, 2017
Diverse Characters - P + Q + R
INTRODUCTION:
There’s been a lot of talk about adding diverse characters to fictional books. Most of the time, this is about including people of color if you’re a Caucasian writer, but all writers can add diverse characters to their books. And why stop at race? In this series, I’m going to list all sorts of diverse characters.
Note: I'm not knowledgeable about all types of people, so I'm skipping my usual tips in favor of letting others share their knowledge. See below
**I won't be...
[[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
There’s been a lot of talk about adding diverse characters to fictional books. Most of the time, this is about including people of color if you’re a Caucasian writer, but all writers can add diverse characters to their books. And why stop at race? In this series, I’m going to list all sorts of diverse characters.
Note: I'm not knowledgeable about all types of people, so I'm skipping my usual tips in favor of letting others share their knowledge. See below
**I won't be...
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August 14, 2017
Empowering Women - Angelina Jolie
Before I get to the post, I want to share some news...I did my first radio talk show on Friday with author Yvonne Mason. I was nervous but ended up having a blast. You can listen to it here: Off The Chain - Chrys Fey
Or here:
Every month I am highlighting an empowering woman. This month it is:
Angelina Joliehttps://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi...
Angelina Jolie is far more than her looks (or her marriage/divorce to Brad Pitt). She is a major...
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Or here:
Every month I am highlighting an empowering woman. This month it is:
Angelina Joliehttps://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi...
Angelina Jolie is far more than her looks (or her marriage/divorce to Brad Pitt). She is a major...
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August 7, 2017
Books for Writers - The Complete Guide to Self-Publishing
The Complete Guide to Self-Publishing: Everything You Need to Know to Write, Publish, Promote and Sell Your Own Book by Marilyn Ross & Sue Collier. Now the title of this book is a tad misleading. While it is first and foremost about self-publishing, I found much of the marketing advice perfect for any writer, especially those writers (most of us) who publish with small presses/publishers. I found this guide when I was at Barnes & Noble hunting for books about marketing. I sat down...
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August 2, 2017
Give Me Your Questions! / IWSG
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For more info: Show Us Your Insecurity
ASK ME!
Do you have writing-related questions?
Editing questions?
Marketing questions?
I don’t claim to be an expert, but I love to share what I know and have learned, so please pose anyquestions you can think of in the comment section. I’ll do something with them later. :D
****
Contract: I signed...
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For more info: Show Us Your Insecurity
ASK ME!
Do you have writing-related questions?
Editing questions?
Marketing questions?
I don’t claim to be an expert, but I love to share what I know and have learned, so please pose anyquestions you can think of in the comment section. I’ll do something with them later. :D
****
Contract: I signed...
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July 24, 2017
Diverse Characters - N + O
INTRODUCTION:
There’s been a lot of talk about adding diverse characters to fictional books. Most of the time, this is about including people of color if you’re a Caucasian writer, but all writers can add diverse characters to their books. And why stop at race? In this series, I’m going to list all sorts of diverse characters.
Note: I'm not knowledgeable about all types of people, so I'm skipping my usual tips in favor of letting others share their knowledge. See below
**I won't be...
[[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
There’s been a lot of talk about adding diverse characters to fictional books. Most of the time, this is about including people of color if you’re a Caucasian writer, but all writers can add diverse characters to their books. And why stop at race? In this series, I’m going to list all sorts of diverse characters.
Note: I'm not knowledgeable about all types of people, so I'm skipping my usual tips in favor of letting others share their knowledge. See below
**I won't be...
[[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
July 17, 2017
Empowering Women - Viola Davis
Check out my post, Dear Slow Writers, on the IWSG site!
Every month I am highlighting an empowering woman. This month it is:
Viola Davis
https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vio...
Although I don’t watch How to Get Away with Murder anymore, not since Season One ended, I’ll always remember the amazing response Viola got when she took off her wig and all of her makeup on camera. It was empowering for not just African American women but all women...
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Every month I am highlighting an empowering woman. This month it is:
Viola Davis
https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vio...
Although I don’t watch How to Get Away with Murder anymore, not since Season One ended, I’ll always remember the amazing response Viola got when she took off her wig and all of her makeup on camera. It was empowering for not just African American women but all women...
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