Recently, I've read several interviews with Anne Tyler. She’s been called an “invisible literary superstar” because of her habit of living a very private life in Baltimore and giving few interviews in past years. But for now, she’s gone public, promoting her latest novel, A Spool of Blue Thread. A Spool of Blue Thread is her… Continue reading Writing to Be Someone Else
Category: Characters
Keeping the Voices Straight
I love to write dialogue. I'd guess that in 87% of my scenes, I write the dialogue first and fill in the narrative later. So, deciding what my characters say is rarely a challenge, but making sure their voices are distinct and stay true is. Writing in both male and female voices is a challenge… Continue reading Keeping the Voices Straight
If wishes were books …
I wish I could say I've completed a first draft of my next book, but the truth is I'm far from that point. Every night before I fall asleep, I listen for my characters to speak. Every day I continue reading and waiting to get back to work. Ah well, one day soon … This… Continue reading If wishes were books …
My love affair with AMC … mostly!
Once upon a time—or maybe more—I’ve blogged about the TV programs I watch, and I questioned why they’re all dramas. Sometimes late at night I watch old sitcoms, some from the 70s, but none current. I don't know why. Anyway, today I’m sharing thoughts on a few of my current favorite dramas—and four of the… Continue reading My love affair with AMC … mostly!
Apparently, I need a blog editor
It appears my last post is an example of why I edit, edit, edit when I write fiction. Evidently, I need to do the same when I write these blog posts. I thought I wrote a positive post. I thought I shared a bit of wisdom. But I confused some of you, so obviously my thoughts… Continue reading Apparently, I need a blog editor
Linda Cassidy Lewis 