by Cyndi | Oct 18, 2016 | advice on writing a book, am writing, book writing tips, faith-based writing, novel writing advice, tips for writers, writing advice, writing tips, Writing, editing, reading
Kristin Neva doesn’t give up. That’s why she’s got one non-fiction book out, Heavy, co-authored with husband Todd, and her debut novel, the first in a trilogy, coming soon. Her ‘Country Series,’ as I like to call it, begins with Snow Country—a charming,...
by Cyndi | Apr 25, 2016 | novel writing advice, wordplay, writers, writing style guides, Writing, editing, reading
You may not immediately notice it as a reader. But there’s a reason a writer doesn’t put a T-shirt on the heroine in the first chapter, then have the boyfriend show his love by giving her his tee shirt a couple of chapters later only to have them go...
by Cyndi | Feb 4, 2015 | advice on selling a book, advice on writing a book, authors, books, editors, ficiton, novel research, novel writing advice, novels, readers, reading, writers, writing, writing advice
Some of the most amazing connections happen on Twitter, like the conversation I’m having with a new author. My answer to @pasquale0022 took more than 140 characters. And I hope this info is encouraging to all aspiring authors: Dear John, Everything you need to...
by Cyndi | Jun 24, 2014 | advice on writing a book, authors, beta readers, boating, book review, books, East Side Librarian, editing, Jenna Freedman, libraries, nautical, novel writing advice, reading
Cyndi note: The original working title for my novel was “Loop Dee Doo.” It’s since been changed to “More Than You Think You Know.” Found in my inbox this afternoon: Loop Dee Doo by Cyndi Perkins So you know how Kate Haas & I have a...
by Cyndi | Jun 3, 2014 | advice on writing a book, authors, books, libraries, novel writing advice, novels, writers, writing, writing advice
The Upper Peninsula Publishers & Authors Association (http://uppaa.org/) spring meeting at Marquette’s Peter White Library on May 17, 2014 offered multiple learning opportunities for current and aspiring authors. The session “Public Speaking 101” featured Frida...
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