Lynne's Blog
As a science center director in a former life, my job was to show our audiences how science works, not simply to tell them. The Aha! moments made the experience real for the thousands of kids, adults, and young adults that visited. When they left, there was a good chance they would remember the scientific concept behind the hands-on exhibit.
Writing is much the same. Writers need that Aha! encounter to grow and nourish their ideas into a final piece of work. That’s what this blog is all about. It’s about MY “minds-on” adventure with words — one I enjoy sharing with readers. Whether it’s about the research aspect, the craft of writing itself, or the emotional roller coaster of putting myself out there in the public eye . . . my blog is me. Pure and simple.
I welcome your thoughts and hope you enjoy reading them as much as I enjoy writing them.
Choosing the Proper Villain
Writing mysteries is an exercise in pitting bad characters against good.
More Word Play
The English language can be challenging but playing with words can be rewarding for writers!
Getting Your Reader to Turn the Page
Endings are as important as beginnings. Good endings get the reader to turn the page.
Our Fascination with Jack the Ripper
Time Lapse: A devilish take on Jack the Ripper with a modern twist.
Traditional Vs. E-Books: Which is the Winner?
I recently read a study by Pew Institute on how many people read e-books vs. traditional books. I was surprised to learn that traditional books are still popular, and their numbers have dropped only slightly…
What’s UP with UP?
Words are my business. I love them dearly, but sometimes, they can be perplexing, confusing, and downright ornery. Here’s one word, a tiny one, that conveys my meaning with its myriad meanings…
Countdown to New Book Launch!
I’m getting ready to launch my new book and I wanted you to be the first to get the book jacket description…
Too Many Flaws
One of the first things I learned in writing classes was the importance of giving your characters flaws as a way of making them distinctive and memorable. Your characters, particularly the main character, need to stand out from others in your book. They also should...
Getting Into a Different POV
I recently finished an excellent novel called “Help for the Haunted.” It’s about two sisters, ages around 14 and 18 and their parents who make a living by helping expunge demons from haunted individuals. Hmm. Well, never mind the plot – it actually works quite...
From Whence I Write
Writers understand that the space in which they create stories is vitally important. While some writers, I suppose, can do their work in a closet, I, personally, need a window to the natural world. Cityscapes and high rises evoke creativity as well: gritty crime...
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