Writing over lunch is the best way I’ve found to keep myself moving. There are times where writing becomes so important that it becomes an obsession. It calls to me, and if I’m not setting aside time to write, then the noise gets very loud.
Everyone can agree that writing erotica is fun. Few will say that editing erotica is anything but hard work. Here’s how I’m dealing with the editing challenges of At Our Own Pace, Book 2 of A Stag-Vixen Journey trilogy.
Ah, the writing cycle starts again! Writing and publishing a novel is a true test of conviction and patience. This past week I found my conviction both tested and rewarded. Read on to see what happened.
Every author needs to have beta readers. That's a fact, right next to every author needs to know how to write. Here's my running experience with Beta Readership: finding them, giving them what they need, and getting feedback.
Reaching the end of a novel includes factoring in what Editors, Beta Readers and others have said about the story you are telling. I'm now reaching the final steps of my fifth rewrite; what's next?
There’s a great debate, even in my own mind, about which is the best point of view to tell the story. This article covers the specifics of how Helen was given her own, first person point of view and the issues that come with that decision.
There is always a question of self-editing or professional editing. I think the answer is both. The manuscript has to be ready for an editor to understand it.
