Traci Ashbe Dark Fantasy Author

Writing Links in the 3s and 6…2/6/17

Traci Kenworth

Fantasy/Dystopian/UF/Paranormal/SF:

1. https://legendsofwindemere.com/2017/01/28/almost-time-to-get-my-butt-back-to-the-grindstone/ Decisions, decisions.
2. http://www.autumnwriting.com/shortcut-fantasy-world-building/ A cheat sheet to an in-depth world.

MG/YA:

1. http://yatopia.blogspot.com/2017/01/new-beginnings-come-with-price.html Better to let go of old darlings or pay the price?
2. http://scbwimithemitten.blogspot.com/2017/02/writer-spotlight.html Wendy BooydeGraaf.
3. http://ingridsundberg.com/2017/02/04/ingrids-notes-youtube-channel/ Develop Your Own Philosophy when it comes to writing. She’s spot on! Some things work for me other writers recommend, some don’t. It’s all about how your creativity takes place.

Romance/Women’s Fiction:

1. http://mfrw.blogspot.com/2017/02/is-it-ever-too-early-to-market-book.html Write four sizes of bios.
2. http://romanceuniversity.org/2017/02/03/the-art-and-business-of-audiobooks-by-renae-mason-noah-michael-levine-and-erin-deward/ Why you should think audiobooks.

Christian:

1. http://www.novelrocket.com/2017/01/going-too-far.html Do we let the Holy Spirit do the talking?
2. https://stevelaube.com/book-loved-everyone-hasnt-written/ Are we prepared for disagreement with our Christian views?
3. http://www.booksandsuch.com/blog/grammar-police-ones/ Some mistakes to watch out for.

Historicals:

1. https://colleenchesebro.com/2017/01/29/how-much-viking-lore-is-true/ Did Vikings discover America? Russia?
2. http://englishhistoryauthors.blogspot.com/2017/02/politics-in-late-georgian-art.html The golden age of British satirical prints.

Scary:

1. http://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-132-david-bowles-on-mexican-american-folklore-southern-gothic-and-story-ideas/ Author of Lords of the Earth.
2. http://www.thisishorror.co.uk/5-must-read-horror-articles-30-january-2017/ Tips from HWA for revealing/concealing your antagonist.
3. http://jeffattacks.libsyn.com/21-building-your-brand-with-brian-keene-john-skipp-nick-mamatas-laura-lee-bahr-j-david-osborne-and-jeff-burk Some risks involved.

Mystery/Thrillers/Suspense:

1. https://killzoneblog.com/2017/01/the-joy-of-writing-whatever-the-heck-you-want.html How do you think film being able to bring back deceased stars will affect the future?
2. https://margotkinberg.wordpress.com/2017/02/03/i-better-do-it-again/ Some thoughts on the Revision process! Timely, for me!
3. http://www.suecoletta.com/mortis-understanding-the-body-after-death/ What happens when Ry-gor Mortis sets in.

Short Stories/Anthologies/Novella/Comics:

1. https://journeytoambeth.com/2017/02/03/a-nice-surprise-writing-magazine-story-competition-results/ Helen won second in the competition!
2. https://twodropsofink.com/2017/02/03/under-pressure-my-marlin-30-30-rifle-part-ii/ A sad tale of poor parental decisions.
3. https://saraflower.wordpress.com/2017/02/04/sally-chapter-seven/ Hell reigns.

Poetry:

1. 3-loveuary❤-as-a-parent/ Roots to grow.
2. https://thesilenteye.co.uk/2017/02/02/until-your-will-is-mine/
3. https://legendsofwindemere.com/2017/02/02/fading-colors/ Something we could all use a dose of this time of year: colors.

Indie:

Craft:

1. https://nailyournovel.wordpress.com/2017/01/29/5-qualities-of-a-brilliant-story/ The last point is so true: it all adds up.
2. https://johnwhowell.com/2017/02/03/my-advice-for-new-writers-by-john-w-howell/ Writing advice you need to hear!
3. https://warriorwriters.wordpress.com/2017/02/03/save-money-on-professional-edits-6-easy-ways-to-clean-up-your-own-manuscript/ The dangers of too many similes and metaphors: purple prose.
4. https://writerofftheleash.blogspot.com/2017/02/a-smattering-of-editing-tricks.html Print it out!
5. http://blog.janicehardy.com/2010/07/golden-oldie-luck-be-lady.html Something to think about.
6. https://teripolen.com/2017/02/02/welcome-teri-polen-with-sarah-and-writingtechinques/ It all comes down to personal preferences and motivations.

Other:

1. http://annerallen.com/resilience-reach-your-writing-goals/ Do you procrastinate? Here’s some ways to get going.
2. https://janefriedman.com/dont-pay-for-bea/ A note of warning for Indies.
3. http://storitorigrace.blogspot.com/2017/02/so-your-character-is-blind-featuring.html How to break the sterotypes.
4. https://docs.gimp.org/en/gimp-tutorial-quickie-separate.html How to remove the background from an object.
5. https://colleenchesebro.com/2017/02/03/how-to-make-a-free-3d-cover-image-of-your-book/ Need help with 3D?
6. https://everydaysamystery.wordpress.com/2017/02/03/are-you-sitting-comfortably/ The Best Flower in the Garden.
7. https://legendsofwindemere.com/2017/02/03/meet-guest-author-richard-m-ankers/ Don’t wait to chase your dreams. I waited forever it seemed and I’m only now beginning to make headway.
8. https://scvincent.com/2017/02/04/legends-in-the-landscape-a-chapel-in-the-green/ The faith of the hermit is beautiful!
9. https://jolenemottern.com/2017/02/03/throwin-down-homophobic-chicken-for-the-fam/ Joey at her best!
10. https://kobowritinglife.com/2017/02/03/5-tips-for-compelling-library-programs/ Writing a compelling program can open doors.
11. https://doctorly.wordpress.com/2017/02/03/sharpies/ What is the fascination?
12. http://writersinthestormblog.com/2017/02/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-new-york-literary-agent/ Mark Gottlieb.
13. http://nicholasrossis.me/2017/02/02/a-fantasy-tip-from-history-medieval-spam/ Writers have always been valuable.
14. https://thestoryreadingapeblog.com/2017/02/03/editing-101-23-tenses/ Past, present, future tenses. Which do you use?
15. https://coldhandboyack.wordpress.com/2017/02/04/wassup-blogland/ What do you consider a productive day? If I get word count in like when I’m writing that makes me happy. Right now, I’m getting set to tackle revision in a few days.