If I chose a simplistic overview, I’d speculate that some folks might guess that being a writer is kind of a hobby-like job. Dream up some idea, write it all down, tweak it so it looks and sounds about right, and send it off to a publisher. If one already has a contract–groovy! The editor … More A day, or several, in a writer’s life
Golden Crown Literary Society 9th Annual Convention, Dallas, Texas 2013 YES. It really has taken a week to recover my empty tank and I still needed a nap. 230+ women celebrating books AND chocolate chip cookies!! What’s not to love? It’s been almost a year since I join the amazing team at Bedazzled Ink. What … More Inevitable re-entry
I’ve been reading Elizabeth Sim’s new book You’ve Got a Book In You, and just read the chapter on character names. By the by, if you’ve written a book, thought about it, started one, or simply aspired to see your name on a cover, this is a terrific, common-sense, and freeing book to guide you. … More A teaser for the next book–just for you
As you may have noticed, I have been a very bad blogger. It has been over a month since my last entry and although I do have a wonderful interview written up, it needs to be formatted. So, I apologize. Last week I had the privilege of visiting the Dallas JEWEL Book club as their … More yes, I think the earth moved under your feet
I suppose I could talk about weather, it certainly has dominated the news. So not much else to add. June was unusually hot, dominated by fires and I spent the better part of it in my car and rest rest NOT in my car. July started with the oddly named Monsoons. I know! in the … More July and Monsoons
Words of Barrett 