Years ago, I submitted my first novel to a list of agents who specialized in my genre, sure they’d love my quirky clever book. I’d edited, re-edited, and run it by people I trusted–it was dressed for success. At that time, I didn’t realize that finding an agent was like putting a hood on a …
It’s become popular to continue a beloved series after the death of the author. Some work like Anne Hillerman who continues the Navajo Mystery series started by her father, Tony Hillerman. He was iconic for his descriptions of life and culture through the adventures of a detective on an Indian reservation. She continues that nicely …
When I teach professional development classes, by far the topic that surprises attendees the most is the legal use of online images. And they’re not alone. On my blog, in educator forums, and in the virtual meetings I moderate, there is much confusion about what can be grabbed for free from online sites and what …
For the next few months, weekly writing tips will include word choice suggestions. That includes: colorful and original descriptions pithy words and phrases picture nouns and action verbs writing that draws a reader in and addicts them to your voice I keep a collection of descriptions that have pulled me into the books. I’m fascinated how …
This is inspired by Jennifer Cohen over at Forbes who wrote a wonderful article on “5 Things Super Successful People Do Before 8am” (few of which I did, though I can claim #5). She includes chores like exercise, eat a healthy breakfast, map out the day–all great ideas, but not pithy enough for the average …
I’ve been writing quite a bit about education’s latest disruptive influence, AIs, specifically ChatGPT. Here are a few of the articles from the blogosphere you may enjoy: How ChatGPT Can Improve Education, Not Threaten it–from Scientific American ChatGPT threatens education at all levels – here’s how it can be stopped–from Tech Radar ChatGPT: The Next … Continue reading
Tech Tips for Writers is an occasional post on overcoming Tech Dread. I’ll cover issues that friends, both real-time and virtual, have shared. Feel free to post a comment about a question you have. I’ll cover it in a future tip. AI-generated art is a game-changer for writers who do their own marketing and newsletters. … Continue reading
I’ve done the #AtoZ challenge for about four years (5 maybe?). I like learning about new genres so will join again with the same theme–genres. As usual, I’ll do this differently than the stated rules. I’ll post a few a month with the goal of finishing in about two years. Help me crowdsource the books … Continue reading
Return to Silverhills by Sandra Cox A trail boss with a fast gun. A damaged woman. A cattle drive fraught with danger. And a combustible attraction. My Review Sandra Cox’s Silverhills (2017) was one of the first books I read written by this talented author. Since then, I’ve devoured every one of her Western-genre books … Continue reading
This week, I am visiting fellow author, Luciana Cavallero, acclaimed author of ancient Greek tales, most recently The Guardian’s Legacy, Book 1 of the Coin of Time series. I’d love to have you visit! Continue reading
The A to Z Challenge asks bloggers to post 26 articles on a themed topic. It’s supposed to be every day except Sundays during the month of April but I find that too busy and decided to post mine ‘about’ once a month. Yes, it’ll take me a couple of years. Sigh. My topic, like the … Continue reading
I’m excited to welcome to WordDreams blogger, animal-lover, spiritualist, and acclaimed author of You Beneath My Skin and The Blue Bar, Damyanti Biswas. She is a spectacular writer whose words drop you right in the middle of the power and corruption that is New Delhi life and leave you wondering how the good guys can … Continue reading
This post is for Alex Cavanaugh’s Insecure Writers Support Group (click the link for details on what that means and how to join. You will also find a list of bloggers signed up to the challenge that are worth checking out. The first Wednesday of every month, we all post our thoughts, fears or words … Continue reading
A clash between Nature, modern man, and the Neanderthals. Only one will win. Their world in decline, Yu’ung and her tribe find themselves in a battle for survival with Nature itself. Nature expected an easy win. She was wrong. Savage Land is the third trilogy about primeval man in the series, Dawn of Humanity. A prehistoric … Continue reading
Sorry guys! I messed this one up. I’ll have this ready next week… Continue reading
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