The Snorkel Workout

As some of my friends and readers know, I’m on a mission to shed at least 30 pounds by October. Most weight-loss plans suggest exercising in addition to cutting calories and changing eating habits. Unfortunately for me, one of the reasons I need to lose this weight is due to a knee...

Building Characters: Wh...

In a previous post I discussed the concept of starting out with a character with issues and how the plot action affects the character, creating the character arc. Character x Plot = Ending Let’s rewrite that a little bit Starting Character x Plot = Ending Character Today’s...

Authors, still procrast...

Writers, if you’re still holding off filing your taxes because you don’t know whether something is deductible, or you’re worried about self-employment tax, breathe a sigh of relief.  While it’s too late to sign up for one of my online courses before you need to file (or at least file an...

In Love with a Killer

Could you love someone who killed another person? It all depends on the circumstances, right? We find it much more acceptable for someone who acts in self defense than to justify affection for a serial killer. It's all about how a writer presents the characters and their motivations...