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Writing Tip – Why is Reading For Pleasure Important to the Craft of Writing #amwriting

I was working on a story the other day and spending some time reflecting when an email came in from a fan.  The question asked of me was, “How do you find time to read for pleasure?”  I’ll share with … Continue reading

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Writing Tip – Stuck on a Scene? Try Changing POV #amwriting

While working on a novel, I got stuck on a scene.  It wasn’t going in the direction I wanted, my characters were two tough guys and were sounding like whiny children, and I just couldn’t get it to work.  My son, an aspiring film … Continue reading

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Sittin’ On The Porch With Kelly – Author Leigh Michaels – Top Five Ways Historical Writers Go Wrong #amwriting

I am so excited today! I’ve set out the nicest paper plates, made a fresh pot of sweet tea and even tried my hand at some scones. They’re hard as bricks but maybe Leigh won’t notice. (Never claimed to be … Continue reading

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Sittin’ On The Porch With Kelly – Author Ralph Peluso – It’s All About the Journey

Hey Folks. I’m a little late getting this one out today but it will be worth the wait. This afternoon I’m sittin’ on the porch with Author Ralph Peluso.  He shares with us his journey through writing and what he’s … Continue reading

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Sittin’ On The Porch With Kelly – Author Frank Allan Rogers – Editing Your Own Work

I am so thrilled to have Author and Editor Frank Allan Rogers back on my porch. I’ve worked with Frank for years and highly respect his advice. Today, over sweet tea and crumpets, we are talking about editing your own. … Continue reading

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Brush Up On The Basics #amwriting

I recently read Steven King’s On Writing.  In a section of the book called Tool Box, he talks about basic grammar.  This is something that I really hadn’t given much thought to as I always thought I had a good grasp of … Continue reading

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Sittin’ On The Porch With Kelly – Author Din Ka – My Journey From Screenplays to Novels

Good Morning Y’all! Yep, it’s that time again. It’s just gorgeous on the porch this morning. In fact, it’s downright hot! I’m sitting here with Author Din Ka, and between flaps of the fan I’m holding and chugs of sweet … Continue reading

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Sound Editing Advice #amwriting

Saw this picture on Facebook today and thought your would enjoy it. Some good advice! 🙂 http://www.kellyabellbooks.com

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Notes From My Editor – Lessons Learned #amwriting

Looking back on working with my editor for Mara’s Passion, a few things came up that I wanted to share with you. No matter how long you’ve been writing you always learn something new when you go through the editing … Continue reading

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Sittin’ On The Porch With Kelly – Author S. Evan Townsend – Just Keep Writing #amwriting

This morning I’m sitting on the porch (much warmer today, thank goodness) drinking Arnold Palmers (leave a comment if you know what those are) with Author S. Evan Townsend. We’re discussing what he’s learned along his writing journey. Let’s listen in: … Continue reading

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