When I first began my writing journey less than two years ago, I harbored a few crazy, off-center beliefs that have since been dispelled. Let’s just say my eyes have been opened and my illusions shattered. Please don’t judge me when you read my list of crazy writing beliefs. I was young then—only thirty-eight. It … Continue reading Crazy Writing Beliefs
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POV Problems
My current work-in-progress is faltering and I can blame it on POV. Point of view. This is not my first book with alternating first person point of view between two characters. Actually, it’s my fifth…the fourth in this series. It isn’t even my first attempt to write from the point of view of a male … Continue reading POV Problems
Paranormal Romance Support Group
Hi. I'm Tricia and I love paranormal romance.There. I said it. I love reading paranormal romance. I like writing it, too, but I definitely have more experience as a reader than as a writer.Paranormal romance gets a bad rap. Pseudo-intellectuals love to make fun of the people (mostly women) who read it. Wanna-be writers enjoy … Continue reading Paranormal Romance Support Group
The Blame Game
There are tons of articles and blogs about the business of writing—the queries, the edits, the marketing, etc. I think I’ve even covered a few of those points in an earlier blog of my very own. Today, I read an article written by a soon-to-be-published friend who discussed that very topic. She brought up an … Continue reading The Blame Game
On the Right Track
I'm home from work today to tend to a sick child, so I've been spending some quality time with my imaginary friends. I haven't done anything as ambitious as editing, but I've been able to get some writing done. Being at home is awesome! Don't get me wrong: sometimes amazing ideas strike while I'm on … Continue reading On the Right Track