October 27, 2012
Katherine Govier, author of The Ghost Brush, talks about shoes, courtesan slang, historical research and the writer's life.
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October 22, 2012
Book review and analysis of writing technique. The Ghost Brush is firmly on my list of Top 10 books. The writing is masterful and immersive, the characters are memorable, and the premise intriguing
October 13, 2012
One of the things that struck me about Sue's novels set in prehistoric Alaska was the voice. Here she explains how she achieved it. Intimidating, but fascinating!
October 6, 2012
Book review and analysis of writing technique. I never thought I'd enjoy a novel set in pre-historic Alaska; this book is proof positive that good storytelling succeeds in any setting.
September 29, 2012
Author Barbara Kyle talks about upcoming books, the craft of writing and her busy life. Just hearing about her schedule makes me feel like a sedentary writing wimp.
September 21, 2012
Book review and analysis of writing technique. Fast-paced and filled with details that readers of historical novels crave, The Queen’s Gamble is set in the first year of Elizabeth I’s reign, when even her supporters doubt the young queen will survive to rule a second year.
June 25, 2012
I decided it was time to make the most of the fact that my agent and editor both live on the coast. A few tweaks to the travel route, a few emails, a few jokes about Thelma and Louise, and we were on our way.
June 17, 2012
I got mentally prepared to receive back pages of criticism about my manuscript. After all, Jennifer had edited novels written by far more experienced and published authors. She was not going to let me off easy, in fact it’s her job to point out anything and everything that could be an issue.
May 26, 2012
Everyone tells you that publishing is under siege and in a time of transition; but what does that mean to authors? It means you pay for your own professional editor if you want your manuscript to get serious consideration from a publisher.
May 11, 2012
Some thoughts on what agents want from a compelling start, and upping the ante with a well-placed MacGuffin