Darynda Jones’ book - First Grave on the Right Laura Drake talks about why the first line of a book is important. Stephen King reflected on the magnitude of a novel’s introductory sentence. “An opening line should invite the reader to begin the story,” he said. “It should say: Listen. Come in here. You wantContinue reading "Nail That First Line!"
Women Writing the West 2022 Conference
Conference Sponsorship Opportunities Our 2022 Conference theme is, “Red Earth Voices: We All Have a Story to Tell. We will focus on the connective power of storying. To uplift. To empower. To inspire.” There are several sponsorship packages available for the 2022 Women Writing the West Conference being held in Oklahoma City on October 20Continue reading "Women Writing the West 2022 Conference"
Contests & Awards for Writers
Have you ever gone down a rabbit hole looking for contests and awards to submit your written work to? Carolyn Niethammer has compiled a list to help you on your research journey. Awards & Contest Resource List for WritersDownload
Women Writing the West 2022 Conference
Red Earth Voices: We All Have a Story to Tell This will be Women Writing the West’s first-ever conference in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Oklahoma comes from two Choctaw words: okla, meaning people; humma, meaning red. The land of the red people. This year’s conference is entitled Red Earth Voices: We All Have a Story to Tell. We will focus on theContinue reading "Women Writing the West 2022 Conference"
New Release ~ Norman by Ann Edall-Robson
When a rough-around-the-edges barn cat introduces himself to the new Hereford calf called Norman, the day turns into one Buttons will not soon forget. How was he going to explain his way out of the shenanigans his new friend had persuaded him to take part in, especially when he knew better? Norman is available onContinue reading "New Release ~ Norman by Ann Edall-Robson"
Advanced Craft Tips
Laura Drake discusses points relating to the difference between a good writer and a popular writer. I do a lot of critiquing. As I get better at the craft, I’m starting to catch the nuances of good writing; things beyond the basics of POV, show don’t tell, etc. They’re subtler and harder to spot, butContinue reading "Advanced Craft Tips"
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