crime
Resource: American Dialect Links
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Today I share another resource. Dialect Guide: American Dialects by Point Park University, a handy site for helping to write authentic dialog. The site is organized by General American, Northern Dialects and Southern Dialects. Under each heading they have Audio Resources, Library Resources, Local Resources (by name), followed by Video Examples, Plays and more. Here…
100+ Query Letter Examples To Get Noticed
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One of the sources that I found helpful comes from thejohnfox.com 100+ Query Letter Examples (That Got Authors and Agent) The query letters cover are linked and organized by genre. There are a lot of helpful tips and this site should be in every writer’s toolbox. According to thejohnfox.com, a successful query often includes a…
How Querying Improved My Novel
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The process of querying and writing the synopsis, as difficult as they were, improved my novel and my writing. I am truly grateful for the process and I encourage everyone to take it to heart and see if it strengthens your story or exposes any weaknesses in your writing. You may be amazed like I…
First Words Every Day
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“Surprising, exciting and dangerous things happen,” are the first words I write every day. Hugh Addison Not only does this remind me to make sure that I include surprising, exciting and dangerous elements in my writing but it compels them. I absolutely believe it. Tags:#mysterywriter #writersofinstagram #mystery #stv #murdermystery #murdershewrote #angelalansbury #jessicafletcher #mysteryseries #writerslife #crimefiction…
Where nothing is impossible
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You have to find that place inside of you where nothing is impossible. Deepak Chopra
How I plan to make my publisher, and ultimately myself, a success.
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As writers, we dream about becoming a #1 New York Times Bestselling author. We expect nothing less, right? Well, I’m here to tell you that you need a plan to become a bestselling author and I am going to share with you, part of my plan. In summary, my plan to becoming a #1 New…
Joined Mystery Writers of America
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It’s official, I am now a member of Mystery Writers of America. I am excited and if you are a mystery writer, I would recommend you consider joining as well. Here are some of the benefits: I’m excited to be a member and can’t wait to take advantage of all the benefits and resources MWA…
Forgery and Murder from the Riviera
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A new crime thriller by Hugh Addison Synopsis: Dr. Arthur Landan, professor of art history and forensic expert, is tipped off by an FBI witness to the whereabouts of a stolen Picasso. Terry Spears, the art dealer in possession of the painting is an informant working with the feds to build a case against Nick…
New Book: Lone Women by Victor LaValle
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New offerings from the world of crime, mystery and thrillers.
