by Bob | May 22, 2019 | On Writing
Honestly, this is the hardest topic to discuss or teach. For example, I wrote New York Minute in omniscient, translucent, single character. Right. Got it? What I mean is I wrote in omniscient voice, which is different than third person, but following only one...
by Bob | May 16, 2019 | Books, Movies and TV shows
That’s how it started, that’s how it will end. That’s why it’s a Game of Thrones. As writers, we work with what we have. Looking at the myriad possibilities, it makes sense to have Gendry, the true heir to the Iron Throne as Robert...
by Bob | May 14, 2019 | On Writing
This morning I read another story about the ten keys to success as an indie writer. I read articles about the essential things a writer must do to get an agent. I read articles on how to succeed as an author. Reading those is part of the job. They are all well...
by Bob | May 8, 2019 | On Writing
It all starts with an idea. Which is not story. The two are different. Story can change. Idea can’t. Every idea has been done; but not every story. Confused? After three decades writing, over 75 books, and having taught hundreds of workshops, I believe locking...
by Bob | May 7, 2019 | On Writing
When I lived on Hilton Head Island, I’d occasionally drive to the outdoor grill in Harbor Town with Rex, our rescue dog. I’d sit and someone would quickly come over. With water for Rex. They’d fawn over him, say what a cute dog he was and walk away; without taking my...
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