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A Certain Mercy by Linda Dindzans
I’m excited to have my writing friend, Linda Dindzans, back on my blog to tell us all about her newest novel - A Certain Mercy, book 2 in the A Certain Future series.…
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Writing a Holiday Story: Creating Fiction That Captures the Spirit of the Season
Writing holiday-themed stories that feel fresh, engaging, and emotionally true can be a challenge. How do you create a holiday story that reflects the magic of the season without falling into the trap…
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Meet author Maryruth Dilling
Maryruth Dilling is a new author to me! Let's jump right in and get to know more about her, her books, & what she recommends for new writers.
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Meet author David Johnson
I "met" David Johnson through a writing group on Facebook. I'm excited to have him on my blog today and learn more about him and his writing!
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Back-to-School Mystery Writing Prompts
I’ve pulled together some fun back to school writing prompts to spark your imagination, whether you’re dreaming up a charming whodunit, a lighthearted suspense, or a mystery with plenty of autumn atmosphere. Grab…
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Meet author Luke Seibert
I met Luke Seibert through our Word Weavers critique group. We meet every month online, share portions of what we've written, and then use the "sandwich method" to critique. Luke's critiques are always…
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Branding with Shannon Leach
Most professionals define branding as the unique identity and recognizable design elements that tell your audience who you are. These elements can include your logos, colors, fonts, taglines, and even book covers.
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Sleuthing in the Sun: 8 Ways to Find Mystery Writing Ideas This Summer
Summer might not scream “murder,” but mystery writing ideas are everywhere! We're always dreaming up alibis, suspicious strangers, red herrings, and secrets buried in the sand. But what if the heat is frying…
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Mystery-Themed Writing Exercises for Summer
These mystery-themed writing exercises are designed to spark your creativity and help you explore character, setting, tension, and plot—all with a sun-drenched, summer vibe and a twist of danger.
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Summer-Themed Cozy Mystery Writing Prompts
Lots of people use summertime to do something they've been wanting to do but haven't had time for - write a book! Here are some fresh summer-themed writing prompts for cozy mysteries!
