Crafting Lasting Impressions: How to Captivate and Connect with Readers

One evening, a bathroom tile taught me how to connect with readers if you want to write an unforgettable book.

I walked up the steps to the home where a local writers’ group was meeting. As I rapped on the door, I noticed a large white tile leaning against the brick exterior. Random. But something inside me twitched.

The tile reminded me of my family’s bathroom renovation project. The project started with my husband and I musing: “Let’s replace our cruddy shower surround and freshen up the...