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.
Fiction Can Infuse History With New Life
Fiction can infuse new life into history
A Funny Thing Happened at My Critique Group . . .
A funny thing happened at my critique group . . .
Details, Details
Keeping track of details in your story.
Chapter Endings–As Important as Beginnings
Chapter endings are as important as beginnings.
Quick! Turn the Page!
Get your reader to turn the page . . . and fast!
When You’re Stuck, Murder Someone
When in doubt and you’re stuck writing your mystery, simply murder someone!
A Library Par Excellence
In researching my new book, I came across a wealth of information and images about the New York City Public Library at Bryant Park, 475 Fifth Ave. I thought readers would be interested in some fun facts about this incredible domicile of history, literature, and...
The Power of Names
The power of character names.
Should You Hire a Professional Editor?
Are you your own best editor? Should you hire a pro?
Writing “Living” History
Writing authentic history.