Tag: writing

Something from Nothing: A Historical World Without the History By Marie McCurdy

I always feel a pang of envy for historical fiction authors whose chosen setting is a time and place where people kept records.

The Gift of Allowance by Gary M. Doughlas (Book Review #1630)

‘The Gift of Allowance’ is a self-help book introducing a new perspective on people’s points of view and judgments and how to handle them in a positive way. There is a certain behavioral pattern that begins when you are young and then continues as… Continue Reading “The Gift of Allowance by Gary M. Doughlas (Book Review #1630)”

Catharine, Queen of the Tumbling Waters by Cynthia Neale (Book Review #1617)

‘Catharine, Queen of the Tumbling Waters’ is a historical fiction about Catherine Montour and her life, filled with turmoil, perseverance, and bravery. It is a compelling story set in the mid-1700s when Catherine was young and expected to follow in her grandmother’s footsteps as… Continue Reading “Catharine, Queen of the Tumbling Waters by Cynthia Neale (Book Review #1617)”

Interview with Sara Hosey

I’m pretty excited about Dirty Suburbia, my debut “literary fiction” for adults. I have three young adult novels already out in the world, and I love those books, too, but I am very proud of this collection.

An Interview with N.C Brightman

1-When did you first realize you wanted to be a writer? For me, it wasn’t really a realisation. I have been writing for as long as I can remember and entered a school poetry competition when I was an infant. So for me, it… Continue Reading “An Interview with N.C Brightman”

My Book by Sherri Moshman-Paganos

In Step Lively: New York City Tales of Love and Change, I wanted to paint a picture of New York City back in the late 70’s and early 80’s, a time still so engraved in my memory. Against the backdrop of Manhattan, a young… Continue Reading “My Book by Sherri Moshman-Paganos”

The Character Connection by Mary Dezember

One of the great joys of reading stories is connecting with the characters. As a university professor who taught creative writing, literature, and the arts, I’d ask students to:

The Water at the End of the World by Michael Easterling (Book Review #1608)

‘The Water at the End of the World’ is a historical fiction about a rich and interesting world where Capac Inca, the emperor of Tahuantinsuyu, stops at the village of Qomermoya. At the same time, he is on his way to visit the dealing… Continue Reading “The Water at the End of the World by Michael Easterling (Book Review #1608)”

Thoughts on Milieu in Science Fiction (Or, creating a pocket universe in just a few short days) By Lawrence “Ace” Parlier

A friend and I were recently discussing our latest works. He was preparing for the release of his brilliant new graphic novel while I was still wading through edits for the release of my latest novel, Voided.