Our every act has an Oops! Factor.  You know the one I mean.  You write your heart (or gut) out and realize on page 150 that everything you’ve had happen since page 37 is...

An interesting question was put to me a few days ago, and determining a thoughtful, honest response to it has taken time.  I had to think, ponder, explore.  But finally, I have a...

Writers are ordinarily compassionate and empathetic people--for the most part, when writing any type of fiction, they have to be to realistically portray the inner character of...

My friend and fellow writer, Brenda Novak, has a son with diabetes and she’s determined to do what she can to help find a cure.  I understand her passion for this; both my...

"Fearlessness may be a gift but perhaps more precious is the courage acquired through endeavour, courage that comes from cultivating the habit of refusing to let fear dictate...

Two weekends ago, I attended the Emerald Coast Writers, Inc. conference in Destin, Florida.  Not only was it held at a terrific resort on the sugar-white beach (5 pools, a spa,...

The writing life, like others, is one of ups and downs and today is definitely an up day.  Each year, RWA, the largest writing organization in the world, recognizes specific...

“Look at this.  The dialogue needs heavy editing,” she said. I look.  I read.  “Reads great to me.” “No, no,” she said.  “He asked a question and she didn’t answer it.” I read it...