This month's article for Christian Fiction Magazine…
When you’re plotting a book, think about the character flaws…
When I plot a book, I always start with a hero’s greatest dreams and greatest fears. Getting to the bottom of what my character dreads the most is a great way to develop the ultimate black moment.
So, I don’t love politics. I get tired of the accusations, and especially people going back on their word. What I want is to believe that my president and VP care about the things I care about.
As an author, and a person who studies character so I can write about them on the page,
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By Sandra Byrd
In this sequel to Let Them Eat Cake, Byrd again entertains with descriptions of delectable food and, this time, with exquisite details of France as well. Foodies will delight in this novel, and anyone who adores romance will warm to the story.
Author Christy Barritt needs your help! She’s the author of fun and well-written Squeaky Clean Mystery Series!
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SOS for PMS by Mary Byers
"It’s my hope that this book will bring help, hope and healing to moms who suffer from PMS. It’s been a source of despair in my own life but things are looking up now that I’ve developed my own coping plan. Those I interviewed for this book shared intimately about their own battles and I believe their stories,
Susan Meissner’s newest book, The Shape of Mercy, is a blend of contemporary and historical fiction, mystery and romance. Set in present day Santa Barbara and also in colonial America during the Salem Witch Trials, the book follows a young college student as she transcribes the diary of a young woman falsely accused of witchcraft in 1692.
The new issue is available!
Craft Tips and Techniques from Today’s Blockbusters
P.S.. I Love You and the Art of Flashbacks
Plant clues to the past to raise your reader’s curiosity…
P.S.: I really, really love you!
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