Check out my latest Writing in 140 blog post at the Blood-Red Pencil today where I give writers advice…from other writers I’ve interviewed over the years. Share YOUR OWN words of wisdom with the readers, too!
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Sharp and pointed observations about good writing
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In podcast #5 of The DDIW Chronicles, I talk about how I went from parting ways with my agent to finally finding a publishing house for Death at the Double Inkwell. Check it out below!

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Like most of my stories, a title usually presents itself before I start writing the book. Characters will be invading my mind, their lives playing on my mind’s screen, and while reveling in their lives, an “essence” of their stories will develop. That essence ultimately becomes the title of the story. And if I’m lucky–as [...]

All the Blog’s a Page is all about MYSTERIES and THRILLERS for the month of July, and our second feature this month introduces you to a new mystery novelist on the scene–one with an engaging character who plans to be around for a while (the author and the character!): Ronald S. Barrios.

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All the Blog’s a Page is back, and for the month of July, we’re talking MYSTERIES and THRILLERS with four authors who know a thing or two about dead bodies and solving crimes. To kick-off the month is an author I have known for years and have always enjoyed her Kendra Clayton Mystery series: Angela [...]

Jovan and Cheyenne are the major chicas of Death at the Double Inkwell, but several men play integral roles to the telling of this story, and each man is his own man, too, with unique personalities that range from the misguided to the strong Alpha male.
Cordell Anderson is the love of Jovan’s life. The two [...]

They say that behind every great man there is a great woman.
I really think that saying is beside every great woman is a great sister who always comes with the straight, no chaser advice, warm hugs, and a ready-to-take-on-all-challengers stance when things get a little sticky.
Every woman can recall at least that one sister—from birth [...]

In podcast #4 of The DDIW Chronicles, I offer yet another tasty excerpt of my mystery novel, Death at the Double Inkwell.

This podcast features the first couple pages of chapter two. If you haven’t bought the book yet, this excerpt will surely pique your interest!
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What can I say relevant about writing in 140 words or less? I’m not sure myself, but I’m starting a new series of commentaries called WRITING IN 140 where I attempt to do so. The first commentary, “Finding the Desire to Write” is live at the [Blood-Red Pencil]. Check it out and leave your own [...]

Becoming a Lifelong Learner of the Craft of Writing
By author, editor, educator Shonell Bacon aka ChickLitGurrl™
The Write Life for You is a series of articles on the writing craft. Past articles have focused on building character, developing a solid plot, and harnessing a writing style.
In June’s article, I look at using social media tools/platforms [...]