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Ogre Writing

Posted on July 6, 2011 by Linda Andrews

Like many writers, I find there are times when I just don’t want to write but I need to write. It’s not writer’s block but more of a writer’s ennui. During such times, I fall back on a method I … Continue reading →

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Interview with Pamela Kinney

Posted on July 2, 2011 by Linda Andrews

Ghosts Among Us “By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes. Open, locks, Whoever knocks!” William Shakespeare Ghosts are among us. Most of then living go about their daily business, unaware or not believing that loved ones … Continue reading →

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Using Body Language in fiction

Posted on June 28, 2011 by Linda Andrews

Effective characterization is a balance between dialogue, narrative and action. Dialogue is relatively easy for those of us who hear voices. Each word use and syntax holds certain nuances that are unique to that character’s background. Image an 80 year … Continue reading →

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Body Language Links

Posted on June 24, 2011 by Linda Andrews

For those of you who have just started writing, body language is that unspoken communication that reflects how a person truly feels. The TV show Lie to Me, made good use of this tool in their investigations. Here are a … Continue reading →

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Interview with Dorien Gray

Posted on June 18, 2011 by Linda Andrews

What prompted you to write The Elliott Smith Mystery/paranormal series? Ordinary people finding themselves in extraordinary circumstance have always fascinated me, and always make good material for stories. I just wondered how an average guy who didn’t believe in spirits … Continue reading →

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Behind Intelligent Design

Posted on June 17, 2011 by Linda Andrews

Like many authors, I find facets of my personality, life experiences, and education reflected in each of my stories. The romantic elements come from an optimistic belief that ultimately good triumphs over evil, the suspense subplots show how justice is … Continue reading →

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What’s in a Name? Part II

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Linda Andrews

Keeping to my theme from Monday’s post, today is about character names. Once I started writing a book with Jonathon as my hero’s name. This was an historical and the name fit the time period and his character. But it … Continue reading →

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What’s In A Name? Part I

Posted on June 13, 2011 by Linda Andrews

Like most weekends, my husband and I relax by watching movies. Friday, we had received our first disk of The Walking Dead. We managed to watch all three episodes and enjoyed the series very much. But afterwards, we both looked … Continue reading →

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Arizona Dreamin’ Recap

Posted on June 7, 2011 by Linda Andrews

Last Saturday, I had the opportunity to participate in the first ever Arizona Dreamin’ Romance Reader event. Kris Tualla, Liz Munoz and many other ladies whose names I forgot to write down did a fabulous job of organizing the event … Continue reading →

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That’s Capital!

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Linda Andrews

Okay, I couldn’t resist the title. All joking aside, I thought I knew the rules of capitalization. Then, while I was editing Fiona’s story, I learned a few new things. So I spent my time researching to see what I … Continue reading →

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