On Writing: The Flawed Protagonist
Numerous times I’ve seen readers roll their eyes and say, “Oh, no, not another recovering alcoholic detective.” I get that.
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Category: Tips and Tricks
The Physical Act of Writing
Writing can be exorbitantly taxing on the body. From magnetic keyboards to stretching, there are ways to alleviate the aches and pains that accompany regular hours spent at a desk. Read on to find out how.
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Making Stuff Up: Inspiration
On occasion, someone tells me how wonderful it is that I’m a writer and they couldn’t ever come up with a story.
“Of course you can,” I say, “you make stuff up all the time. You just don’t realize it!”
Travel like a writer
Right now, I’m soaking in the sights and sounds and tastes of the United Kingdom. Traveling outside my day-to-day routine means more chances to observe and to be inspired.
With that on my mind, here are a few tips to travel like a writer.
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Mystery Author Kelly Oliver: Fiction is the Best Revenge!
Kelly Oliver; Fiction is the Best Revenge!
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In person events, signings, book tours
I’m only now beginning to realize the wealth and breadth of in person events that are available to authors. From what I’m hearing, online launches and panels aren’t going away either, and podcasts are on the ascendancy.
In other words, there’s a plethora of ways to get the word out about your book baby.
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A New Resource for the Aspiring Crime Writer: The Manuscript Academy
I just discovered a wonderful resource for the aspiring crime writer: The Manuscript Academy.
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Letters From Beyond the Grave: In Fiction and Real Life
Spoiler Alert! The Letter in Fiction In series six of the popular crime fiction television show, Shetland, Donna is on[…]
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You Wrote a Murder Mystery, Now What? Part Deux: Independent Publishers
Congratulations on writing your mystery! And you want the world to see it! Today we’re talking about independent publishers.
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