Do you really need a series bible?

Do you really need a series bible?

If you write a series—and most authors do now—you need a series bible. And sadly, the best time to start creating one is while you’re writing the first book. Naturally, I only realized this while I was writing my third series. I immediately began keeping...
Dialogue vs. Action Tags

Dialogue vs. Action Tags

“Come with me,” she said softly before spinning away, her long hair fanning out as she did so. “Come with me.” She crooked her finger before spinning on her heel, her long hair fanning out as she did so, and sauntered away. Which engages you more? Which one paints a...
Creating Characters to Love

Creating Characters to Love

People! They can be so difficult ( says the devoted introvert). They are extremely complicated beings with their likes and dislikes, their personal history, and so many different factors that go into how they see the world, how they speak, even how they dress. And...