In writing, like in any journey, there’s always another challenge coming down the pike. Which makes it extra important to celebrate the wins. I’ve got one tonight I just had to share:
It’s here! The Curse of the Neverland, (second edition) is now available in paperback on Amazon! Click […]
As a loving grandparent, aunt, or mother, you want nothing more than to see the children you love, bloom. If you could, you would make their dearest dreams come true in a heartbeat. Sadly, those dreams are often beyond your powers. But sometimes you can give a child their dream, all wrapped up in the […]
Lindy at the Gardiner Holiday Craft Fair—staffed and attended by such wonderful, creative people!
Welcome…
to all of you who took the time to stop by my table Saturday at the Gardiner Holiday Fair! Glad to have you here in Piper’s Merry Band!
I enjoyed meeting folks and sharing the premise of
Wanna know how to write a novel? In some ways it boils down to: “Just do it!” Here’s your chance…
November is National Novel Writing Month. Here’s a quick description, from www.nanowrimo.org:
National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) is a fun, seat-of-your-pants approach to creative […]
One of the things people who don’t read a lot of children’s books think, is that material written for children is by definition, light in nature. This is in fact, not at all true. While like a movie rated “G”, children’s books are generally free from sex, nudity, violence, strong language, and substance abuse, good […]
I’ve got a great example of writing magic for you today, and a way to do your own writing magic!
Today’s book recommendation is A Snicker of Magic by Natalie Lloyd. This is a wonderful debut novel—and even before I read the book flap, […]
News of Book Two: Becoming Piper Pan:
I’ve got another new character illustration! You met Midge in Book One: The Curse of the Neverland. She’s the bookworm who comes across as bossy. She’s clever, loyal, and during their adventures in the Neverland, she learns she is also […]
Update on Book 2: Becoming Piper Pan
I’m finding a stronger story axis as I rework book 2. It’s a process requiring many iterations. Each time I see a little more clearly what’s really going on and how to better tell the story. I wish for your sake that writing happened as […]
News on Book 2 of Piper Pan and Her Merry Band:
I’ve been looking at the plot flow—using index cards for scenes/chapters—looking for holes. The good news is I think I understand what’s missing. The bad news is it’s a major piece. Onward goes the writing! I promise it will be worth the […]
News on Book 2 of Piper Pan and Her Merry Band:
I got some helpful feedback, and I’m back at work on it. Not much to share beyond that. Instead I’m bringing you a quote of the week.
This quote of the week is a line from a movie I love. It inspires […]
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