So many events are coming up just in time for Christmas. If you need something now, head down to Rediscovered Bookstore in Boise, my book The Man In Number 7 is in stock. I left an autographed copy there just for you! Want to come out and meet some local…
That's right, I'm developing an online course that you can take that will have you writing a mystery novel in 8 weeks. It doesn't matter if your genre is cozy, thriller, or horror - I've developed a great system that will sharpen your focus and reduce your writing time to…
Wednesday, October 16 from 6-8 pm, witches will be gathering! Rochelle, the Wand Woman, and I will have a booth at the event at The Village At Meridian to help raise money for the Women and Children's Alliance. Come join us for food, drinks, music, and more as we support…
Writing characters that are so real, your fans feel like they know them personally, is every writers goal. I've found some great little quotes that can help you along that path: "First, place an instance of self-talk very near your story's opening to immediately build characterization." ~ Nancy Kress "The…
Next up on the calendar of events for the local Treasure Valley area are a few things I'd like to share. September 14, WRITER CEO ONE-DAY WORKSHOP with Donna Cook And Colleen Story. This is an all-day workshop at the Hampton Inn & Suites, downtown Boise. You can see more…
Readers love a good mystery. One where they are surprised at the end. But how can you deliver such a suspenseful story? A strong hook Does it grab the reader's interest by teasing some further discovery? Does it pose a question the reader will strongly want answered? Does it contain…
I hope you all had a wonderful 4th of July! I spent it with a couple of amazing writer friends in a lake house in Donnelly, Idaho. So beautiful! But what's coming up next? Where's here's what I know: Wednesday, July 17 - 6:00 pm - Meridian Library on Cherry…
Pile on the doubt. Did he really see a crime or not? When in doubt, cast doubt. No only do the neighbors doubt, but now the character doubts himself. A can of traits. Every minor character has unique traits that stand out. Be sure to add all five senses. Hear…
I just finished the book Murder In Clichy by Cara Black. If you haven't read any of her Aimee Leduc series, give yourself a treat. Especially if you like France and the French language. Aimee Leduc is a private investigator in Paris, and this is book five in the series.…
I created a reading list in the same way I create my shopping list for the grocery store. After all, nourishment for my brain and spirit are just as important as nourishment for my body. Wouldn't you agree? I'm always up for the next FBI Agent Pendergast book from Preston…