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Starting Again
Starting Again Traci Kenworth One of the hardest things to do, at first, is to concentrate on another book while the first’s out being subbed. Your attention span is centered on the former to the point of giving you little freeze episodes when you attempt to begin the next. But you have to push…
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And a Merry Christmas to All
And a Merry Christmas to All Traci Kenworth Just wanted to wish every a happy holiday. May we hold tight to those we love this time of year, cherish the moments we spend with them, and recapture some of that glow we had as children when we’d run to wake our parents up to…
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The Most Important Thing About Writing
The Most Important Thing About Writing Traci Kenworth Psst. There’s a secret when it comes to writing. The most important thing you need to know. Believe in yourself. Believe. When the nights are long and hard. When you’re suffering from a cold or the flu. When you’re kids are dive-bombing you with anxiety. When…
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Stocking Hung with Cheer
Stockings Hung with Cheer Traci Kenworth Don’t you just love peeking into stockings on Christmas Day? There’s such a wonder, an excitement of what treasure you might find hiding there, waiting to be discovered. It could be a small gift, such as personalized pens (a favorite of mine) or something larger, such as perfume.…
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I Got Called a Very Skilled Writer Traci Kenworth OMG. I can’t tell you all the details but let’s just say that when I opened my e-mail yesterday I was expecting another form rejection (you know, you brace yourself when one of your queries comes back because if you don’t it’ll be like having…
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Christmas Spirit
Christmas Spirit Traci Kenworth The stockings are hung, the Christmas tree decorated, and my Nativity set out on its table. Seeing these items brings to mind cherished holidays from years past as well as looking forward to making new memories. I even took pictures on my cellphone, not that I’ve figured out how to…
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Synopsis Stress
Synopsis Stress Traci Kenworth It’s my least favorite part of querying: the dread synopsis, but I understand why they’re a necessity. It gives the agent a chance to see the broad-strokes of your novel. I start by going through my manuscript and writing a chapter-by-chapter summary. Four or five lines for each are good,…
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Lessons Learned from Shopping Online During Black Friday
Lessons Learned from Black Friday Shopping Online Traci Kenworth The store I visited first opened at 10 p.m. For a week before, I scoured their ads, noting the times for each item to go on sale, and had my lists all set. So what happened when it came time to buy? Well, the items…
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HAPPY THANKSGIVING
HAPPY THANKSGIVING !! May your turkey be stuffed to a pleasing capacity, your dips be savored from their serving dishes, and your cherry and pumpkin pies be so delicious it puts a smile on your face.
Forgiveness, Redemption, Hope
Traci Dowe/Kenworth Gothic Fantasy
Traci Ashbe Dark Fantasy Author
Redemption, Forgiveness, and Hope
http://www.tracidowekenworth.com 2025
Traci Ashbe Dark Fantasy Author 