‘RWA-WF Blog’ Archives
Writers’ Corner: Round up of the latest contests and workshops
RWA Chapter Contests The Write Stuff, sponsored by Connecticut RWA, is open to unpublished writers and non-PAN writers. Categories and judges are as follows: Young Adult (Jennifer Shober, Spencerhill Associates), Historical (Megan Records, Kensington), Series Contemporary (Victoria Curran, Harlequin), Single Title (Leis Pederson, Berkley), [...]
Women’s Fiction Weekend Forum
This question is thanks to JoAnn Ross, who got me thinking about the importance of names, not just of people, but of places and stores and streets and... well, whatever. How do you name your characters? The town or the street they live on? Do you check a baby name book or a website that tells you what's popular or what the name means? Do you [...]
Do you believe in fate?
As I typed this, the song “Do You Believe in Magic” by The Lovin’ Spoonful popped into my head. And I suppose that could suffice for a title also. Or, for those of you more grounded (like my dear husband), how about, Do You Believe in Incredible Coincidences? This blog is for those of you out there who are writing and getting rejected [...]
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Characterization: The Cornerstone of Women’s Fiction
Barbara Samuel's article on characterization in this month's newsletter prompted some questions for discussion: What tricks and tips do you have for creating depth of character? Who are some characters in fiction you have loved reading, and can you pinpoint why you love them so much? Take a crack at these questions, or ask your own!
Butt in the chair – New Year’s resolutions a little early
I know it's Monday and we should have a craft blog - but I thought you'd enjoy this one and we'll try and get back on track soon:) Kate Even though it's not the beginning of the year, I’m thinking about New Year’s resolutions. But while most people write about making resolutions, I’m going to write about breaking them. Why exactly does [...]
Women’s Fiction Weekend Forum
Hi, everybody - We're on to Week 3 of the forum and so far, it's been a great success. I've found books I definitely want to read thanks to your comments and books I absolutely need to read again. This weekend I thought we might talk about setting because I love books where I feel like I can walk right into a place and imagine it in all its [...]
Inspiration – Laura Drake – Maslowe and Hersey Kisses
Some of my best ideas come to me while I’m riding my bicycle. I had an epiphany during a gorgeous Southern California ride yesterday. One of those moments when several pieces fall into place for a major “Aha” moment – I love it when that happens! For anyone who is not familiar with Maslowe, here’s the Reader’s Digest [...]
Writers’ Corner: Round up of the latest contests and workshops
RWA Chapter Contests NTRWA Great Expectations Contest, deadline: December 30, 2009. Send your first 25 pages plus a form query letter and receive three sets of comments. The contest has a quick turn around with final results announced by the end of March. Final round editors: Contemporary Series, Victoria Curran, Harlequin Books; Erotic [...]
Linda Bilodeau – Revision need not be painful
I believe most authors consider revision an excruciating process. I know I do. But I think what most of us who slave day after day on our key boards don’t realize is that good writing comes from bad writing. We labor over stories in fast paced frenzy and get caught up with, I’ve got to get this done. But we forget that our story, our first [...]
