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Richard Peck talked about the importance of a great opening line. Consider this from his book THE TEACHER’S FUNERAL: “If...

For Kathleen Duey it’s all about finding the right voice for the book. She shared that her voice varies widely....

1. Find the right voice for the book. Kathleen’s voice varies widely. 2. When plotting don’t ask what happens next....

On Friday, I’ll be participating in a “novel intensive” workshop led by Jen Rofe and Kathleen Duey. We have a...

All writers have them. Those authors we admire and strive to emulate. Lots of the usual suspects are on my...

Never underestimate the power of a great opening line. DRAGON SLIPPERS starts like this, “It was my aunt who decided...

If you find yourself contemplating writing a series, then I recommend reading FOUND with a writer’s eye. Ms. Peterson starts...

I’m a Pisces girl, and since I LOVE this horoscope, I’ve decided to believe it! 2010 will be my year...

Up until now, everything on my blog has been related to middle grade. But my dear friend and critique partner,...

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