Time swept by like a raging flood this month, carrying all my good intentions away. I planned to post another episode of Claire’s Story at the beginning of the month, followed by the final episode in the newsletter by the end of the month. But other things took priority. ACFW Conference I attended the American …
To celebrate a milestone for my historical novel Growing Up Ozark Poor, I am posting this photo. I don’t know who she is. She may be a relative from the Ozarks. I found the photo in a box containing my Grandmother’s genealogy records. However, it isn’t labeled. I love the look on her face and …
Feeling good about my progress on Growing Up Ozark Poor! So far I’m 66% complete on the Editing phase. I made it through one section of major rework. Have a couple more to do. My mantra is “Kill . . . show . . . deepen.” First, I seek to kill the passive voice. Second, …
Crafting my first novel is a learning experience. I’ve learned a lot about the publishing industry and have more to learn. I’ve also learned a lot about writing fiction. I give thanks for beta readers. Elaine, Rachel, Denise, Debbie, Brittney and Amy provided helpful feedback. My current editing pass (the fourth) will improve the characters, …
Many of the incidents in Growing Up Ozark Poor have a basis in family history. I was editing today where one is mentioned. A girl lowers a twine noose through a brush pile trying to lasso a rattlesnake. The story is not vital to the plot and it may not survive. But I love the …