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So you want to become a novelist. Congratulations, you’re already on your way to becoming a master of the written word with that decision. But anyone who’s ever tried to write a book will tell you it isn’t as s... Read More...

Using Setting As Character – Guest Post by Alana Quintana Albertson

Amy Wilhelm

Literary Lagniappe, on Writing

Ramón and Julieta is my 30th book, but one of the biggest struggles in my earlier novels was how to use setting. I was an English Literature major at Stanford, and I remember that back then when I was reading a... Read More...

Always Wanted to Write a Book? Here Are Some Simple Tips to Guide You

Amy Wilhelm

Literary Lagniappe, on Writing

Writing a book is a fantastic goal to have, but it’s surprisingly difficult to stick to it and some people find it challenging to even put their first few words onto paper. There’s no doubt it’s a challenging p... Read More...

How Novelists Get Started On Writing Books

Amy Wilhelm

Literary Lagniappe, on Writing

Writer is an interesting term. While it refers to people who may write novels, articles, poems or blogs it doesn’t necessarily mean someone who earns money from doing so, or someone who releases or publishes an... Read More...

12 Ways Watching Movies Can Improve Your Writing Skills

Amy Wilhelm

Literary Lagniappe, on Writing

Utilizing writing skills is an integral part of life, but many people don't know how to get better at it – even writers! Additionally, many writers are not inclined to watch movies because they don't think they... Read More...

How To Become A Better Writer

Amy Wilhelm

Literary Lagniappe, on Writing

Starting out as a new writer can be a daunting experience. You’re aware there are many other writers out there who are already established and wonder if you'll be able to keep up with them. Of course, you can! ... Read More...

Giving Your Writing The Professional Edge

Amy Wilhelm

Literary Lagniappe, on Writing

It's a big step when you’re making the transition from writing as a hobby, for yourself or a small audience, to writing for profit. Whether you’re monetizing a blog, getting into content writing, or seeking pub... Read More...

Come Aboard the Starship Horizon: An Interview with Tabitha Lord

Book Club Questions for Good Morning, Midnight

Book Club Questions for Rita Williams-Garcia’s A Sitting in St. James

Spotlight on What We Leave Behind – Christine Gallagher Kearney’s Debut Historical Fiction Novel

Rachel Howzell Hall And What Never Happened

Your Next Book Club Read – Snakes of St. Augustine by Ginger Pinholster

The Best Laid Plans – Guest Post by Mark Goldblatt

Disgruntled

Should you read YA book, Murder on a Summer Break?

Book Club Questions for Project Hail Mary

Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy – Book Club Questions for a Timeless Classic

Book Club Questions for Circe by Madeline Miller

Book Club Questions for The Snow Child by Eowyn Ivey

Book Club Questions for Good Morning, Midnight

Paper Towns

Should I Watch The People We Hate at the Wedding?

Should I Watch All the Old Knives? – Joint Review with Katie Kupstas

The Best Book-To-Movie Adaptations To Hit Your Screens

The Top Fantasy Book Adaptations to Look Forward To

Why BCB Thinks Dune Will Be A Spectacular Movie

Should I Watch Chaos Walking

Why Read? My Top Eight Reasons

Middle Grade Author Dani Resh Talks About Her Writing Journey

Journey to Ancient Greece with Author Sophia Kouidou-Giles!

Spotlight on What We Leave Behind – Christine Gallagher Kearney’s Debut Historical Fiction Novel

Six Tips to Help You Research Your First Novel

Using Setting As Character – Guest Post by Alana Quintana Albertson

Always Wanted to Write a Book? Here Are Some Simple Tips to Guide You

How Novelists Get Started On Writing Books

12 Ways Watching Movies Can Improve Your Writing Skills

How To Become A Better Writer

Giving Your Writing The Professional Edge

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