The Ten Deadly Sins of Building Your Author Platform

It stands to reason that I’ve been a reader far longer than I’ve been a writer. I began writing two years ago at the age of thirty-nine, so I have way more experience as a consumer of books than I do as a manufacturer. So today, I’d like to approach my writer friends, not as … Continue reading The Ten Deadly Sins of Building Your Author Platform

Etiquette for the New Vampire

Welcome back to the Vampire Dating Series. In previous posts, we’ve tackled the decision-making process involved in choosing whether or not to date a vampire. We've discussed the pros and cons of vampire dating so you can make an informed decision. We’ve also covered some helpful vampire dating tips which I hope you've found useful. … Continue reading Etiquette for the New Vampire

The Myth of Unconditional Love

Today, we’re going to talk about the concept of unconditional love. Soul-mates. Destiny. A key component in a paranormal romance novel is the magnetic draw between the two main characters. Often the heroine is able to capture the hero's heart in a way no one else can. Both are unable to resist the inevitability of … Continue reading The Myth of Unconditional Love

People Who Suck

I'd like to take a few moments to discuss a subject which affects us all. Judging from the title, you might think this post is part of our Vampire Dating Series, but it isn't. We're taking a break from the Undead today in order to talk about people whom you might interact with every day. … Continue reading People Who Suck

Vampire Dating: Your Boyfriend is a Vampire. Now What?

So, you got yourself a Vampire. Now what? This is a continuation of our Vampire Dating Guide Series. If you haven’t read last week’s article, Vampire Dating: The Pros and Cons, you might want to check it out, especially if you’re one of those girls who hasn’t yet made up her mind that dating a … Continue reading Vampire Dating: Your Boyfriend is a Vampire. Now What?