I’ve been invited to create a new character for the Western Fictioneers – something for the shared world of Wolf Creek. This is an 1872 town on the Kansas prairie, […]
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Beta-Reading 101
I belong to a writing critique group, and I recommend that any serious writer do the same. A good critique group will give you honest feedback that will help you […]
Characters: Public vs. Private
Everyone has a public side that they show to everyone, and a private side that is only shown to their most intimate friends (and sometimes, not even to them!). So […]
For You: 1800’s Parties
This is another interesting tidbit from Light and Shadows of New York Life, 1875 – all about how to throw a good party. New York has long been celebrated for […]
Make A Writer Happy
People are always happy to talk about their favorite books and authors, but did you know you can help them out? The best thing a reader can do for their […]
For You: The Lads Travel
In the latest book, the lads (and friends) must travel across the country by train. Here’s an excerpt from that chapter for your enjoyment: Half the car had been arranged […]
Book Titles, Part 2
Now that you’ve had the serious advice, here’s some fun with book titles! Martin at the NY Times suggests Noun + Number of Nouns or Somebody’s Something Promise how to […]
How To Title a Book
I get this question all the time over on WikiAnswers … “What is a good title for a story/book about _____?” So how do you find a good title for […]
For You: The Lads Board a Train
This is part of the scene where the lads (and Emily) head off to New York for their new case: A few last-minute arrivals bustled over, and were hurried on […]
More from the Hillerman Conference
Tips on Writing a Book that Sells – Anne Hillerman, Hampton Sides, Paul Rhetts, Katy Hershberger What is a “promotable” author? Hampton: Writers want people to buy their books – the reading […]