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Conspiracy Theories in Fiction to Inspire Your Page-Turner — A Writer’s Path

by Laura Peters When it comes to a page-turner, we like the idea of something that is in-between reality and fiction. When we consider the enduring appeal of Kafka or Thomas Pynchon, the notion of the conspiracy theory is one of those devices that straddles the balance. Conspiracy theories can be real […] Conspiracy Theories in… Continue reading Conspiracy Theories in Fiction to Inspire Your Page-Turner — A Writer’s Path

The Laws of Outlining — Matt Writes Movies

Hi! It’s been a while. Finally I’ve found the spark in me to start posting on this site. I’ve had the idea brewing in my head about how I wanted to share my process. Because I think not only does it help me construct stories in a short amount of time. But I am sure […]… Continue reading The Laws of Outlining — Matt Writes Movies

NOVEL Transcript Reading: Fred Buffalo Building Of Dreams, by Frances Schmidt

Performed by Allison Kampf Historical fiction – 200 pages Fred’s story teaches us the value of freedom and what it means to survive and thrive in America in the Twenty-first Century and beyond.

Novel Transcript Reading: The Last Merry Go Round, by C.L. Charlesworth

BUY on Amazon Performed by Allison Kampf psychological thriller, 242 pages (86,000 words) The Fletcher family’s secrets are bitter, shocking, and fruitful revelations of the psychological demise of a family when their secrets devour them.

NOVEL Transcript Reading: The Time Travels Of Annie Sesstry, by Brenda Welburn

BUY Novel on Amazon Performed by Allison Kampf TYPE OF STORY: Young Adult Novel Story Synopsis: The history of the MacElmurry-Calhoun family is told through the travels of Annie Sesstry, a smart, sassy, and artistically talented African American teen who is resistant to her parents’ efforts to instill in her an appreciation for family history… Continue reading NOVEL Transcript Reading: The Time Travels Of Annie Sesstry, by Brenda Welburn

10 Commonly Misused Words in Writing — A Writer’s Path

by Laura Blackhurst The English language is one of the most complex in existence. With more words than any other language in the world, it is no wonder even native speakers don’t get it quite right all the time. Here’s a quick run down of my top ten most misused words. Some […] via 10 Commonly… Continue reading 10 Commonly Misused Words in Writing — A Writer’s Path

The Dreaded Question for Authors: What’s it About? — A Writer’s Path

by Doug Lewars Here we have the three most frustrating or even terrifying words for an author. “What’s it about?” via The Dreaded Question for Authors: What’s it About? — A Writer’s Path

Using Rhetorical Devices in Your Writing — A Writer’s Path

by ARHuelsenbeck Whether you write fiction, non-fiction, or poetry, rhetorical devices are among your most useful tools. Use them, and your writing will have specificity, emotional impact, color, and memorability. via Using Rhetorical Devices in Your Writing — A Writer’s Path

How to Not Strangle People Who Are More Successful Than You — A Writer’s Path

by Daniella Levy Poet and blogger Trish Hopkinson reposted an article I wrote about rejection and the value of hope. That article was a sort of precursor to this blog, and it made me feel very warm and fuzzy to see it popping up again. I got some really lovely responses to it […] via How… Continue reading How to Not Strangle People Who Are More Successful Than You — A Writer’s Path

Why Writers Use Multiple Points-of-View — A Writer’s Path

by Lizard is Writing Anonymous asked: “Hi Lizard! I have an idea for a writing piece I want to do. I have characters, a majority of the plot, and a brief outline of the ending. The only thing is, I don’t know how to begin in a way that isn’t overwhelming to the […] via Why… Continue reading Why Writers Use Multiple Points-of-View — A Writer’s Path