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sisterhood of the traveling pen blog- To Sequel or Not to SequelThere are some books that are destined to have a sequel or series. For instance, I love the Longmire series. Odd Thomas by Dean Koontz is also a favorite of mine. Harry Potter? For sure. When I was younger, Nancy … Continue reading →
- Writer’s WinterOkay, I confess . . . I love winter. Gray clouds full of snow, cold wind biting my face, soft sweaters, scarves, mittens, hats, and coats. There is nothing better than a steaming cup of coffee, a good book, a … Continue reading →
- Haiku: The Power of BrevityAre you sometimes distracted by “shiny objects” around you? I am, and in today’s world, so are a lot of readers. That’s one reason I love haiku, not only as a reader, but as a writer, too. First, what is … Continue reading →
- No Book Before Its TimeI have a confession to make: I am a procrastinator. Surprise! I’m not especially proud of the fact, but it really doesn’t bother me either—well, not to the extent that I plan on changing my ways any time soon. I’m … Continue reading →
- Deep POV and PerspectiveWhat draws you to a story? My favorite stories are those written in what’s often known as “deep point of view.” In my novel, The Red Kimono, I created three separate Deep POV/Perspective characters: Sachi, an 8-year old Japanese … Continue reading →
- Writers Write!“If the desire to write is not accompanied by actual writing, then the desire must be not to write.” ~ Hugh Prather Are you a writer? Or, are you someone who only talks writing? Another question, do you attend conferences only to rub … Continue reading →
- Let’s Give Them Something to Talk AboutFor me, one on the most enjoyable aspects of writing is dialogue. However, this is not true for all writers. Many struggle with conversations between their characters resulting in too much narrative. Not that narrative isn’t good (as well as … Continue reading →
- Sense of PlaceDescription begins in the writer’s imagination but should finish in the readers. Stephen King Sense of place…connection…that is the goal in both fiction and nonfiction. Skillful writers placing their readers in the bodies and minds of their characters, giving … Continue reading →
- Interviewing Your CharactersHow are your story ideas born? For me, it all begins with a character. Maybe it’s someone I see at a mall, or at the airport. Perhaps it’s someone in a car next to me at a traffic light. The … Continue reading →
- Rules Are More Like GuidelinesAll of our lives we are told, “No. You can’t do this. You have to do that. That’s not allowed. You must follow the rules.” When I first started writing, I joined a critique group. Their input was priceless and … Continue reading →
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Category Archives: Redneck Ex
Interview with Claire Croxton
Claire Croxton is a fresh new voice in the often predictable ho-hum world of romance writing. Witty, touching, and humorous, Claire’s first novel, Redneck Ex will be released January 20th from The Wild Rose Press. Place your order now on … Continue reading
Coming January 20, 2012: THE REDNECK EX
REDNECK EX Summer Leigh is jolted back to the Ozarks from Alaska to help her coon-hunting, bull riding, ex-husband, Dwight. The last time she helped Dwight, he flicked her aside like an empty can of Skoal. What will … Continue reading
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REDNECK EX by CLAIRE CROXTON
Do you like romance?Do you like snark?Are you looking for the next Jodi Thomas? Nora Roberts? Then Redneck Ex is perfect for you. Claire Croxton’s new novel has it all: laughter, tears, snark, hot men, and wild sex.Croxton’s writing voice … Continue reading
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Eureka in Eureka!
BigFoot Pam, Dixie Ruth, Doc Ned, Alaska Patty Last weekend (June 25-26th) I had a book signing at the Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Three of my writing buds went me and together we traded the blahs of every day life for the … Continue reading
TO DREAM THE IMPOSSIBLE DREAM
I love the movies. I celebrated the New Year by going to the movies and seeing True Grit. I hadn’t planned on watching this remake of John Wayne’s movie out of respect for The Duke; however curiosity got the best … Continue reading
