The Backbone of Your Book by Christine Lindsay
When I first started writing my debut novel, I had no idea about the moral premise of a book. Thank goodness by the time I got around to writing Sofi’s Bridge my latest release (May 2016) I know what premise is. All I knew was, for my first novel, I [...]
Be Sensitive: Using Sensory Details to Introduce Settings
When I edit novels from new writers, regardless of genre, they tend to share a common flaw - their characters see everything: they watch each other, see each other, and describe all visual aspects of a scene. Not bad, but God blessed us with five senses! Don't forget to bring all of [...]
Author Interview: Myrna Parks
Every writer has a unique backstory, and Myrna Parks is no exception. Hailing from rural Kentucky and overlooking the Mississippi River, Myrna writes romantic and inspiration fiction because, well, she's called to. Here's a look at Myrna's start and her writing life today. Welcome! Please tell us a little about [...]
The Secret of Hummingbird Cake by Celeste Fletcher McHale
Get your copy here! When all else fails, turn to the divine taste of hummingbird cake. -- That was the promotional pitch I received for this book. I didn't know anything else about it, but there was a cake on the cover and I like cake, so I decided to [...]
Not All Books Are Stories by Wade Webster (Giveaway!)
Not all books are stories, but every book has a story. My debut book isn’t a story. It’s a surprise. I never planned on writing this book to begin with. I simply walked through an open door and was given a book—one week at a time. When I joined American [...]