You might be surprised to learn that “seasoned” writers will still, on occasion, get this highly vague editing note: Add More Depth. This might refer to a character, a setting, a scene, and yes—even backstory (when appropriate). The following 6… Read More ›
You might think that a series of editing tips about the using the Senses to help you add crucial detail to help deepen a reader’s connection to your writing would stop after the fifth tip. The thing is, while we… Read More ›
Murder, Now and Then: 1919 – 2019 ~ Author: Diana Jackson Rating: 3 out of 5 Stars Genre: Cozy Mystery / Social History~ Murder, Now and Then is a detailed looked at how life, love and the… Read More ›
The Red Shoes (a flash fiction piece) By M.J. Moores. The red satin shoes lay discarded on the plush crimson carpet in such a way you’d think their owner had chucked them off in a hurry… on purpose. They still… Read More ›
Wrapping Up Your Endings ~ Other than the first chapter, endings are the next most talked about focus for writing advice. Here are my two-cents worth on the topic. 1) Know Your Market 2) Pace Yourself 3) Leave Some Mystery…. Read More ›
First Impressions, Pt.4 ~ Your first chapter has to be your “Wow” chapter. It’s the one that pulls readers, agents, and small publishers into your story. I’ve touched on the first sentence, the first paragraph, and the first page… Read More ›
The Princess Bride Author: William Goldman Rating: 4.5 out of 5 Stars Highly Recommended Reading. Genre: YA/Fairy Tale/Fantasy/Adventure/Romance How does a beautiful farm maiden become the most sought after princess in the kingdom? By losing her… Read More ›
Tick Tock A Short by M.J. Moores Feet hurried by: booted heels, galoshes, loafers, runners, and work boots. They beat the ground according to their own time. The small package wrapped in metallic blue paper, surrounded by a simple off-white… Read More ›
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