You must know the setting of your novel like you know your own hometown. In Cara Putnam’s class, she advised even creating a map of the area. This helps you as a writer maintain consistency. But perhaps even more importantly, it helps you develop a picture of the story’s setting. This is what your reader… Continue reading Sensing the Right Setting (Part 3)
At ACFW, I attended a class led by Cara Putnam and Deborah Raney called “Write Like a Pro”. This class covered a lot of topics, but one in particular captured me–setting. Over the next few weeks, let’s focus on choosing the perfect place for our story. Setting–seems easy, right? Well, it’s a much deeper concept… Continue reading Sensing the Right Setting (Part 1)
Some of the authors attending ACFW write a pre-conference blog. I thought it would help you learn more about me. We’ll continue in our writing series next week, but for today, here’s a fun post for you. Visit Laurie Tomlinson‘s website for the original blog. Name: Kailee Diaz Location: Northwest Ohio What you write/tagline/trademark: Christian Historical-Romance (mostly late 18th-early 19th… Continue reading 2016 Pre-Conference Mix and Mingle
Are you nervous about a conference? Have no fears, you aren’t alone. As I’ve prepared, my nerves have gone from non-existence to intense. I’ve read every blog, searched the internet for advice, and tried to ease the worst of my worries. Those stubborn nerves only increased though. I’m a perfectionist and realizing I can’t control… Continue reading Writing Conference: How to Handle Nerves
Last week, we discussed some basic packing tips. This week, let’s create our one sheets. I started out by reading blogs from other authors and writers. With their suggestions, I began toying with Word. The following is how I ultimately formatted my sheet. If you’re anything like me, the initial idea of a one sheet… Continue reading Writing Conference: Graphic Design for the One Sheet
At the end of this month, I’m preparing to attend the ACFW conference. For the next few weeks, I want to share with you the preparation tips I’ve found most helpful. WEEK 1: Packing The church I attend is rather large and much like a conference room in size. Every Sunday, I regret my wardrobe.… Continue reading Writing Conference: Packing Tips
The weeks have flown. I’m excited about checking in with you today. As usual, Monday and Tuesday will be Whippercreek workdays this week. I’ll spend them writing a few more chapters and editing the chapter published here. On Wednesday another chapter will be released for Whippercreek. (Hint…the long awaited meeting may happen…so you’ll want to… Continue reading Learning What’s Write
