writer | educator | editor
We've all heard the "show, don't tell" admonition. But what exactly does it mean? And if you've already said your protagonist was afraid because she heard a scary noise under the bed, why isn't that enough? In this presentation, we'll learn the difference between showing and telling, see how to get deep into your characters'…
Romance novels have given a whole different connotation to the word “desire,” but desire in literature doesn’t have anything to do with intimate relationships or lust. Without it, there is no character growth, no forward movement of plot, no obstacles to be overcome. In this workshop, we’ll do hands-on exercises to learn what the three…
So often, agents, editors, and well-meaning critique partners or beta readers provide vague feedback along the lines of “the voice on this piece doesn’t feel genuine,” or “this doesn’t strike the right tone,” without any specifics to back up their statements, as if knowledge of tone, mood, and voice is built into a writer’s DNA.…