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Explore the A to Z's of Writing by Marie Lavender

10/11/2021

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Explore the A to Z's of Writing: an admin article by Marie Lavender

This week, I thought I'd take a moment to go back to basics. I would like to explore some terms we use in the writing industry. For newbies, you'll hear these from fellow writers or editors at your publisher at some point. Or, you might see them on how-to articles. And if you've taken a writing workshop at all, you've probably heard most of them. Even if you're a seasoned writer, it can't hurt to reacquaint yourself with these words or phrases, as well as to keep the following advice in mind. So, without further ado, let's explore the alphabet of writing...
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1. A for Antagonist - The villain in a story, or at least a concept/obstacle which stands in the way of the main character (protagonist) reaching his/her goals or happiness.

Writer Tip: Always include an antagonist, or at least a barrier preventing the protagonist from getting what he wants, in any work of fiction. This automatically creates conflict, which heightens tension and moves the plot along.


2. B for Book - a published volume which includes a single manuscript, or a collection or anthology of several works. Such work housed within the book can be fictional in nature, fact-based, or even include poetry. There are full-length books in the industry, as well as shorter ones. A published 'book' may be in digital (ebook) or physical format (such as a trade paperback or hardcover). A 'chapbook' is often a shorter book written by one author, with numerous poems or short stories included.

Writer Tip: Whether you decide to get published traditionally or on your own, do your homework on your intended genre and make sure your manuscript is properly edited and formatted in advance.

3. C for Creativity -
A type of self-expression for a writer or artist which may result in the form of writing, painting, sketching, or designing a work of art. Creativity is the act of turning new ideas into reality. Some businesses might ask an employee to implement creative problem-solving just to come up with a unique solution to an issue.

Writer Tip: Stretch your creative muscles by trying different mediums. Start writing in a separate fiction genre, go for an essay, or construct a poem instead. Another option would be to paint or draw a scene or element from your story. Some fantasy writers like to expand on the idea of world-building by making a map of that fictional world, a fun detail to include inside the book when it gets published. Create a shadowbox for a room in your house (use a specific theme), or even paint the wall in a new color.

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Any of these creative endeavors can open your mind to new writing ideas.

4. D for Development and Dialogue

Development - You'll usually see this in reference to 'character development' or 'characterization'. A character is a person represented in a fictional tale. The story can be told from this individual's perspective.

Writer Tip: Know your characters well, especially the main ones. Even if you don't include every detail in the story, it can't hurt to know how a character would react to a certain situation. Be sure to add 'consistent inconsistencies' (for example, a thrill-seeker who is somehow afraid of heights). More than than anything, though, you must learn to listen to your main character.

Dialogue - The speech patterns and discussions between characters. This is separate from the internal thoughts (monologue) of a main character. Dialogue in a book should be as natural as possible.

Writer Tip: To exhibit realistic dialogue in a story, take some time to recognize the flow of conversations in real life. How do people talk? What gestures or sounds do they make during specific parts of the discussion? How do they emote or express themselves?

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5. E for Empathy - A sense of fellow feeling for another person, or putting yourself in their place. This is a key component for any writer who intends to create a believable character. It's also necessary to add enough emotion which translates on the page so that readers will start to care about what happens to your character. The way you do, right? ;) If you have begun to wonder where you're going wrong, then try to connect better with your character. Learn more and imagine how they'd respond to situations.

I know I've done my job when I'm feeling the emotions that the character is going through. If he or she is sad, tears are probably streaming down my face, too. No, I'm not really crazy. This is just the writer's journey as the story progresses. It's no different than getting choked up while watching a dramatic film. When we write, the story plays out in our heads like a movie. So, why wouldn't we respond to that in kind?

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Writer Tip: Know the plot and main character well enough to express those facets within the story. Remember, empathy is deeper than sympathy. Readers will come back for more if you evoke the same emotions in them. Make the story and characters relatable.

6. F for Fiction - Often told in story or novel form, fiction is a creative work,  concerning people, places, or events. It is not based in fact, though certain objects, historical figures, and actions which are mentioned can appear real. The key elements of fiction include character, theme, plot, point of view, setting, conflict, and tone. Fiction can be divided into different areas or 'genres'.

Writer Tip: Unfortunately, some parts of reality must off-set an imaginary world. The more of a relatable quality you can add to any story, the more likely a reader will connect with the characters and the events happening therein.

7. G for Genre -
This describes the category that a specific book falls under. Some examples are romance, mystery, science fiction, and horror. You've likely been on Amazon and noticed all the sub-genres listed there as well. So, that leaves a lot of room for writers to put their stories.

Writer Tip: Try your hand at writing different genres. Use the following prompt:

Rain came down in sheets, a hard battle against each window, while lightning struck nearby. The raging storm outside, though, hardly compared to the one within.

Continue the story on your own from where the last sentence started. At the same time, think about the separate tones you can add to the tale to make it more romantic, mysterious, supernatural or spacey, and even creepier. Write four different versions, one for each genre - romance, mystery, science fiction (feel free to substitute asteroids for rain, as I know it doesn't rain in space), or horror. They don't need to be long stories or even finished, just enough to establish tone. Then, decide which one you like best.


8. H for Hook -
A 'hook' is a sentence in the first paragraph of a scene or chapter which compels the audience to keep reading. If this is done well, the pop, so to speak, usually falls in the first sentence. Similarly, a 'closing' positioned at the end of a scene or chapter, should make the reader want to find out more. That means they're in it for the long haul, prepared to continue diving into the reading experience. 

Writer Tip: Do your best to avoid losing the audience in the first chapter, but especially in the first paragraph. Draw someone in with a leading sentence that makes them wonder what happens next. If you effectively use the same technique for opening and closing each scene and chapter, you'll have nailed a big part of the author job description. The most challenging portion of landing a good hook, however is doing it for the whole project, in the first sentence of a story or book.

9. I for In the Middle of Things - This is a direct translation for the Latin phrase 'en medias res', a term we use in the industry for stating the best place to start a story - in the midst of some action. Sometimes, as writers, we don't realize the beginning until we've written other leading sections. For example, if your project entails a woman getting fired and how she handles it, breaking out on her own and finding a new career, you wouldn't want to start the story at breakfast time, right? No, you'd begin when she's hauling her butt - perhaps complete with a speeding ticket - to get into the office without being late, just to find out she's been let go. Or, you might start it right at those fatal words.

"Sorry, Julia. We've decided you're no longer a good fit for this company."
Um...what?

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Exactly. Do you see how those punches to the gut can hook a reader into wondering how the character will react? Oh, no, she's been fired. What now?

Writer Tip: Take some time to decide where your story starts. Better to do that now than to be forced to cut out a whole section - one you thought was the beginning of the tale - later on.

10. J for Justice -
My own term for the moment when a story's 'climax' and 'resolution' have produced a fitting end. For me, it usually comes when I'm reading a mystery, thriller, or romance novel. Book lovers both dread and relish this moment. They get peace, at long last, for everything in the story finally has reached a positive outcome. However, the story is over and the reader must move on, which is a regrettable conclusion.

Writer Tip: Make sure your own story has a sense of 'justice' by wrapping up all the loose ends in a satisfying way.

11. K for Knowledge (Research) - Your grasp of information which you've gleaned through an educational experience. With writing, the term we use is 'research'. It's a sometimes dreadful yet rewarding challenge. Some newer writers feel that research is a waste of time. Believe me, it isn't. There will undoubtedly be facts you need to learn just to fill in a character's personality or background. For example, we can't all know what it's like to be a firefighter, or how to describe a cottage in Somerset, England. That's what research is for. I promise you this is not a time-waster. Let's face it, your audience is intelligent. They 'know stuff', for lack of a better phrase. For example, historical fiction writers rely heavily on their understanding of past events, and how they can use them as a main backdrop for a story. The characters might be fictional, but the way the people interact with what really happened then offers the audience a sense of how some individuals must've responded to it at the time. Research is key here. Greater authenticity in a book attracts more readers. It's supply and demand, that's all.

Writer Tip: Break your large research tasks down into smaller ones. Look up one fact per day, or spend an hour per week filling in all the details you procrastinated about. Then, stop and continue next week. It might not look like it at first, but these little jaunts of research add up over time. Plus, once you have everything organized, you can just do a quick search for what you wanted to know. So, pull on your big kid pants and get to researching.

12. L for Literary Fiction - This sub-genre still includes all the rules of fiction, while invoking a deeper character study. The focus then moves toward conveying a message about the human condition, and sometimes an overall political or environmental statement. In literary fiction, the character must evolve in some way, perhaps even have an epiphany by the end of the story. A small population of readers tend to get snobby about this genre, calling it 'true literature'. Though some elements of each story may reflect other fiction categories, the intense depth of character portrayed in these books make them 'literary fiction'. Some examples of literary fiction are The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood, To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee, The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr, Brave New World by Aldous Huxley, and The Book Thief by Markus Zusak, amid countless others. Many of this genre's popular titles have been adapted into film.


Writer Tip: If you're more of a character-driven story writer, literary fiction may well appeal to you. You might find you're more comfortable writing here. Try it out...what can it hurt?
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13. M for Motivation - This is what drives a character to keep going. It's about the thing they want the most in life, and the actions taken to reach their goals. Motivation is a key element to recognize when learning about your main character. It will help that person attempt to circumvent the antagonist, or big obstacle, which is standing in their way. And sometimes, at least internally, the problem could be their own misconceptions about the world or themselves. Motivation can also be subconscious - a deeper dream - something that person has always wanted, even though they might not have thought it was possible. Perhaps they came from a foster care situation and always wanted a real family.

Writer Tip: Identify what motivates your character. What does he or she fully desire? What is the most important thing to them? What are they willing to do to get it? Also, what exactly is the problem in the story? What prevents them from reaching their aspirations? Eventually, it will all be buttoned up by the end of the story. But for now, what is driving your character forward?

14. N for Non-fiction -
A written work which is distinguished by the very fact that it is, well, not fictional in any way. Usually, you'll find biographies or even autobiographies, covering real people in the world, whether he or she lives currently, or was instead a historical figure. Either way, that person has existed at some point, and they're the sole topic. Memoirs fall under this category. Creative non-fiction, or 'narrative non-fiction' as the more popular term, is when a writer constructs a story about a real person yet adjusts small details - names, personal traits or appearance, perhaps even smudges some dates - to protect those identities. The events that happen are real, and so are the emotions which stem from them. Yet, creative license allows the writer to embellish on certain facets of the tale, while still diving deep into characterization and finding out how someone ticks. The artist at the helm of a non-fiction work becomes the conduit for a real-life story to be told.

Other types of non-fiction include reference materials on various subjects - informational resources for those who might require them. Such resources can also include travel guides, books on philosophy, self-help or instructional guides of any kind (books on dieting, cookbooks, business success titles, and how-to manuals, among others). Journalism and humorous non-fiction are a part of this overall category as well, at least as long as the commentary relates to current events. Just for fun, I'll list several names of authors featured here on Writing in the Modern Age over the years who published works of non-fiction (some write in multiple genres). Some of those writers are Wayne Neely, Kathryn Elizabeth Jones, S.A. Soule, Cindy Fazzi, Dougie Brimson, Lance and James Morcan, Stefan Vucak, Mark Iles, Jim Anders, Rhonda Cratty, J.L. Smith, Lisa A. Snidernman, and so many more.

Writer Tip: Try your hand at non-fiction. Write an essay or an article for a blog. Keep track of your sources and make sure they're legit. Or, if you're truly passionate about a topic, maybe you'd like to write a non-fiction manuscript and submit it to a publisher.

15. O for Outline -
A writer's outline is a little like a book synopsis, which is often submitted in a query to a publisher or literary agent. This is a detailed account of what happens in a story. Sometimes, brainstorming is used to create an outline. The outline helps to fill in some of the blank spaces for writers who are struggling to finish a book. At least, having an idea of the events that occur next gives them a sense of what to focus on during the project. Let's say that you, as the writer, have a general notion of what the book is about. But, how do you get there? Writing is rarely a linear journey. However, making an outline can benefit you, sometimes exponentially. Perhaps you know what the character wants in life, and have a basic idea of what he should do to get there. Yet, it isn't your life. This is the character's. His background, environment, and any assumptions he's made about the process will come into play. You must take all of these details into account. Look at the path like a roller coaster ride. There will be ups, downs, then twists and turns to reach the end. So, now knowing all that, what can we glean from it to make an outline?

Writer Tip: Start at the beginning, and think of possible scenarios which could happen. What might get in the way of your character's goal or goals? Obviously, you shouldn't overload the path with tragedy or anything. But, throwing in a few obstacles can't hurt. It heightens tension, and may eventually make your character more determined to get there. Try a brainstorming session to get some ideas flowing.
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Once the true course seems evident to you, write a detailed outline.

Actually, for a book project, the outline might even be longer than a polished synopsis which you'd send to a publisher. Just remember that your outline will provide a clearer route for the character's end game, and this will also make it easier to write the story. Some writers are pantsters and not knowing what happens next actually works for them - they see it as inspiring. Personally, I find it more reassuring to have an outline. That way, I can organize my approach. Cutting through the chaos makes me more productive. The choice, however, is yours.

16. P for Premise, POV, and Plot

Premise - The premise of a story is your personal pitch. It's basically the main idea for the book, often told in a few sentences. This is so foundational, as you can't move forward without it. Even pantsters need this general sense of the story to write.

Writer Tip: Let's say you have a thread of an idea, but you're not sure about it. Try this. Write five different yet basic story ideas, a sentence or two long for each one. Remember, you won't know all the details just yet. Pick the idea that calls to you most, the option that causes you to feel excited to dive in. Congratulations! You're ready to get to work.

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Point-of-View (POV) - Think of this term as a camera spanning the room. The angle portrays the character's perspective. I see third person POV (he/she) a lot in romance novels, though now and then, an author will surprise me. Romantic comedies are usually told in first person (I). Urban fantasy writers pick that approach quite often as well, perhaps to immerse the reader in a deeper perspective, which is sometimes more conducive to action-heavy tales. The point-of-view you select for a story is a personal choice, though.

Use one type of POV per story. For example, third person narrative versus first person POV. You can use both, but I wouldn't advise it. It gets too confusing, mainly for the writer. I tried it once with a mystery which I wrote (the victim in one scene, and then from the killer's perspective). It's better to choose one per book. If you're not sure which to go with, try writing a scene from both perspectives and pick the one that feels more comfortable. If you become familiar with it, the reader will sense that as well and feel connected with the story.

Writer Tip: Please avoid head-hopping. Stick with one POV per scene. If it's necessary to switch to another character's perspective, do a scene break and then change over.

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Do not jump from one character to another, and then to the next one, over and over again in the same space. You will make your reader dizzy, certainly confused, and they'll be tempted to throw the book across the room. Believe me, I've proofread nightmare stories from fellow writers. And they weren't intended for the horror genre. So, just to be safe, use the perspective of one character per scene instead of hopping around. Other characters may interact with that person, but we won't know what they're thinking.

Plot - This is the sequence of events which comprises a story. Plot includes the beginning, middle, and end. Whereas the premise is the book concept, the plot is the storyline which comes alive on the page - it's everything that happens to the characters. Plot can be told, written, sung, or come out through film. There is no good novel without a great plot, and 'action' is what drives it forward.

Writer Tip: Take the idea you just came up with and start thinking about a main character, as well as some events that could happen. Remember motivation and how certain obstacles can stand in the way of a character's goals. See what kind of plot you can create.

17. Q for Query - An inquiry from a writer, usually in the form of a letter, which is sent to a prospective literary agent or publisher. This person is addressing the agent/publisher about possibly submitting their manuscript. Included in a query is often a brief synopsis and an overview of the writer's professional experience. Guidelines for each company vary; some want to read a few paragraphs or pages from the first chapter in advance. If the agent or editor-in-chief at the publisher is interested in learning more, they may ask for a larger sample of the book to read, or even request the full manuscript. At some point, they will get back to the writer with their response. Most will say six weeks is a good waiting period, but it can last much longer.

Writer Tip: Always check the guidelines for each agency or publisher you're querying. They all have different rules. And don't be discouraged if you don't hear back from them right away. People get busy. Just turn to other tasks to get your mind off the anxiety of waiting, or you can keep querying with other agencies. Remember, rejections are par for the course. A form letter is typical. If you receive any detailed feedback, consider the suggestions. The decision to change anything is up to you, though. Don't let someone else's words deter you from your goals. Keep trying and keep writing.
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18. R for Reader - A reader is someone who peruses and absorbs books, and he or she is often a bibliophile (book lover or collector). This is your eventual audience. A good critique partner will look at your story from the perspective of a writer, editor, and reader.

Writer Tip: Choose your trusted circle of crit partners and beta readers wisely. The best feedback should challenge your assumptions about the story and help improve your writing. This will get you well on the path so that a real reader can see your book once it gets published.

19. S for Setting and Sensory Details

Setting -
This is the character's environment. It's where the story is set, whether that is a city we know, or one we've never heard about. Finer details - by using description - help to paint a clearer picture. It can be the main character's house, their workplace, or some other area where they visit.

Writer Tip: Try to describe a place you know or a location where you'd like to travel. Use your memory to fill in the details. Or, do some research online. Implement the tools we have at hand, such as the street view on Google Maps or through studying pictures you find online (or at a historical society), to make the setting come alive.

Sensory Detail -
A more specific way of describing a person, place, or a thing. What color? What type of fabric? What brand name? It's not just a tree; tell us what kind. Writing experts will advise you to use the six senses. Try the main five first (sight, smell, taste, touch, and hearing). We don't need to go as far as to say that the final sense is supernatural or anything. Let's just state that the sixth sense is intuition. As humans, we all get certain vibes about a person or a place. That's what we try to tap into as authors when writing a story. Short of coming off as an omniscient narrator, you can work in somehow that the character 'senses' something is wrong, or even life-changing. You can be less vague than that, but you get what I mean.

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Writer Tip: The more direct of a description you can include about the character's environment or the objects they interact with, the easier it is for the reader to visualize what you're talking about. What is the color? What is the object made out of? How does it feel to the touch? Is there a certain smell in the room the person just entered? By digesting these finer details, a reader will be able to better picture themselves in that fictional world with the character, therefore feeling more connected to the story.

20. T for Tension -
An element in writing which is used to introduce a sort of low-level anxiety in a reader, along with the wish to find out what happens next. However, tension can be increased, depending on suspenseful or dramatic moments in the story. Tension is there to evoke emotion in the audience. You've probably noticed it with movies. In romance writing, a tense moment denoting an unspoken chemistry is often utilized. Even if the characters don't act on it, there are internal and external cues that make it obvious. Tension is used in mystery stories as well, sometimes to create a sense of dread. As aforementioned, we continue to experience tension when a character who has a goal gets thwarted by obstacles here or there. It is a simple way to add tension over time. Obviously, you can add more tension, if there is danger or by creating an immediacy to each scenario.

Here's a real-life situation we can all identify with: You need to buy groceries, but your weekly check got delayed. Do you ask a relative for a loan to tide you over, or try something else? Then...oh, great. The washer broke, so you are forced to go to the laundromat to get your laundry done.

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Well, that just made a bad day even worse. So, what actions can you take to resolve these issues?

That was rhetorical, but I think you understand the immediacy of the problem.

Writer Tip: Create ways to heighten tension for your character, or add a sense of dread for the audience. Perhaps the character is spying on someone because he needs to know the truth, but is afraid he will get caught. Write about the physical sensations he might experience. Also, what is he thinking?

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All of this will add tension for readers and they'll feel more invested in your character. Infuse a sense of urgency, so that the reader is squirming to learn what happens next.

21. U for Unreliable Narrator (or Reliable Narrator, diversely) - Reliability, or the lack thereof, is a way of measuring and declaring the quality of a story or its characters. Common sense can't hurt, either, at least with regards to a writer using it to make connections about how an individual will react to a specific situation.

Writer Tip: Write about a character who is believable, more like a real person, with flaws, strengths, and internal conflicts, rather than a typical archetype you might often see in a certain genre or in a movie.
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Just make sure you cover yourself legally if you decide to base a character on someone you actually know or anyone in the public eye. Change the name and a few other details (their appearance and background). You still want to keep your friends, after all. Besides, you certainly wouldn't want to get sued over a defamatory statement.

For myself, I never base my characters on anyone in particular. I just offer the necessary information and let the reader's imagination fill in the rest. They probably all see the characters in different ways, at least until they get a look at the book cover, right? ;) 

22. V for Voice - This is a fancy term for discussing a writer's individual approach to storytelling. It's basically their style. Every writer has a voice, and it eventually shows up in a manuscript. Most editors are smart enough to avoid messing with voice. There's also 'passive voice' versus 'active voice' when it comes to grammar. It's a separate thing entirely, and that has more to do with word choice and rephrasing.

Writer Tip: If you're worried that you haven't quite found your unique writing voice yet, don't be. You'll come into it naturally over time, especially with increased writing practice.

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23. W for Writer - Someone who naturally gravitates to the art of writing novels, stories, poems, essays, or is even a blogger at heart. Other people prefer journaling. No matter the medium, a writer is a unique blend of crazy, creative, ambitious, and numerous other qualities that it takes to pursue his or her goals.

Writer Tip: Never lose the joy of writing. Always remember where you started and why it feels so perfect to let the muse take over, how much freedom you feel when you're in the writing zone.

24. X for X-ray - An extra pair of eyes couldn't hurt, at least to help out with proofreading your manuscript. ;)

Writer Tip: If you're looking for a proofreader or editor, don't ask a family member to read your book. Unless your cousin is a whiz kid at grammar, that's different. But this is a very tender stage for a writer, and you can either expect people to tell you what you want to hear, or the worst criticism you've ever encountered. You don't want that from your nearest and dearest. It's best to select an impartial party, someone who doesn't know you completely, and can separate their feelings from the bigger picture.

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You need REAL feedback - constructive criticism, someone who is willing to tell you what works and what doesn't. Hire an editor. Find a proofreader. Look for critique partners you can trust. Use beta readers. All of these people serve a different purpose, and can help to shape your manuscript into something you'd be proud to show the public.

25. Y for YOU - There is only one 'you', and you're the one directing your story.

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Writer Tip: Without you, the tale goes nowhere. Your vision will keep the plot going, and the characters will eventually find a home with your readers. You know your story best. The creative train doesn't shift without you, as the writer, who puts in all the work to keep this engine moving.

26. Z for Zest - A little pizazz or unique flair.

Writer Tip: Throw in some zest. Use your own blend of spices. Write on a topic or create a story that moves you. Go for what you feel passionate about.

There are so many more terms and phrases which we use in the industry. This was just a sampling, my take on what is significant at the moment, as well as some related writing tips. I hope it all helped! ;)

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Multi-genre author of Victorian maritime romance/family saga, Heiresses in Love, and 18 other books. Marie Lavender lives in the Midwest with her family and two cats. She has been writing for a little over twenty-five years, with more works in progress than she can count on two hands. Since 2010, Marie has published 21 books in the genres of historical romance, contemporary romance, romantic suspense, paranormal romance, romantic comedy, dramatic fiction, fantasy, science fiction, mystery/thriller, literary fiction and poetry. An avid blogger on the side, she writes adult fiction, as well as occasional stories for children, and has recently started some young adult fiction. She also contributed to several anthologies. Though Marie has standalone titles on the market, her current published series are The Eternal Hearts Series, The Magick Series, The Code of Endhivar Series, The Misfits Series, The Blood at First Sight Series, and The Heiresses in Love Series. but she has many others planned. Her Victorian maritime romance sequels are returning, and the second editions of the trilogy will be released soon under her new publisher, Foundations Books. Discover more about her and her work at the following links.
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Writing in the Modern Age 2018 Year in Review

12/31/2018

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Writing in the Modern Age 2018 Year in Review



Hi, everyone! For our 472nd post, I’d like to take a moment to offer an overview regarding some of our blog’s events during the year.




Since its guest inception in 2013, Writing in the Modern Age has taken on a real life of its own! What began as a haven for writers at any stage of their careers to seek out advice and encouragement in their endeavors has also evolved into a place where readers can potentially find their new favorite author in any genre. We still offer writing tips, of course, but through interviews (author or character), special blog events and our Author’s Bookshelf Feature, readers can discover ever more about the authors and books featured on the blog. With 55 posts this year and nearly 70 participating authors, I’d say we’ve accomplished a lot!

Thank you all so much for visiting the blog in 2018, whether as loyal followers or newcomers! It was such a pleasure to have you here!


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Also, many thanks to our great writers, service companies, and talented authors who wrote guest posts, visited in interviews, or participated in giveaways and book features!


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Below I am including information about all the guests or authors featured in 2018. Each author/guest blogger will be listed with a link to the most relevant site or page to discover more information about their work. You’ll also find each author’s latest book cover, as well as his or her location in the world. What reader hasn’t wondered where his or her favorite author calls home? The covers will be accompanied by a purchase link. Additionally, I will add links to the blog posts in which each individual contributed this year. You can view any posts you might’ve missed!

Sound good? Awesome, let’s get started. ;)

Without further ado, here are our guests from 2018!





Nermin Bezmen - New Jersey and Turkey


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Bry Ann - Texas


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Mary Martinez - Utah


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Kathleen Rowland - California

https://books2read.com/u/bMQ6nA
https://books2read.com/u/bMQ6nA





                           Post: Blog Tour Feature/Giveaway











ErinKane Spock - California



https://books2read.com/u/m0gR6A
https://books2read.com/u/m0gR6A



Post: Author Interview












 Lance and James Morcan - New Zealand and Australia


https://books2read.com/u/3R1QPj
https://books2read.com/u/3R1QPj



Post: Giveaway Feature 1

Giveaway Feature 2









Branka Čubrilo - Australia



https://books2read.com/u/bOABj9
https://books2read.com/u/bOABj9



Post: Guest Post

Author Interview 1

Author Interview 2








 

Dan Buri – Oregon


https://books2read.com/u/4NGKlJ
https://books2read.com/u/4NGKlJ




Post: Guest Post








 

Pandora Spocks – Florida


https://books2read.com/u/mYo0lw
https://books2read.com/u/mYo0lw




Post: Blog Tour Feature/Giveaway









Dating Connections – Florida


https://twitter.com/BoyanUlv




Post: Guest Post






 


C.Kindler – Wisconsin


https://books2read.com/u/bQ9rl0
https://books2read.com/u/bQ9rl0





Post: Book Series Feature









Melisa Marzett – Arizona



https://www.facebook.com/melisa.marzett





Post: Guest Post








S.A. Soule – California



http://bookcover-designs.blogspot.com/
http://bookcover-designs.blogspot.com/



Service Link 1


Service Link 2


https://books2read.com/u/m0gR1M
https://books2read.com/u/m0gR1M



https://books2read.com/u/mvKe02
https://books2read.com/u/mvKe02



Post: Service Interview








Robert Eggleton – West Virginia



https://books2read.com/u/mleDQW
https://books2read.com/u/mleDQW


Post: Author Interview

Character Interview

Author’s Bookshelf Feature








Annabelle Anders – Colorado


https://books2read.com/u/3J8aWX
https://books2read.com/u/3J8aWX




Post: Pre-order Release Feature

New Release Feature

Author Interview








Talkspace – New York


https://twitter.com/talkspace





Post: Guest Post









Tracie Podger – United Kingdom


https://books2read.com/u/bxZo0e
https://books2read.com/u/bxZo0e



Post: New Release Feature









David Russell – United Kingdom


https://books2read.com/u/3nYwQ5
https://books2read.com/u/3nYwQ5



Post: Book Feature









Amber Daulton – North Carolina


https://books2read.com/u/3nOgre
https://books2read.com/u/3nOgre



Post: Blog Tour Feature/Giveaway









Fiona Tarr – Australia


https://books2read.com/u/47Z7Pg
https://books2read.com/u/47Z7Pg



Post: New Release Feature

Author Interview









Laura Barnard – United Kingdom


https://books2read.com/u/bzPYJn
https://books2read.com/u/bzPYJn




Post: New Release Feature








Andie M. Long – United Kingdom


https://books2read.com/u/mgLAkR
https://books2read.com/u/mgLAkR




Post: New Release Feature









Ri Adam – England


https://books2read.com/u/3L0oJ5
https://books2read.com/u/3L0oJ5






Post: Author Interview









Jeannette de Beauvoir – Massachusetts


https://books2read.com/u/mgL0QK
https://books2read.com/u/mgL0QK





Post: Blog Tour Feature/Giveaway









Madelon Smid – Canada


https://books2read.com/u/b5rdzR
https://books2read.com/u/b5rdzR





Post: New Release Feature










Leslie Wolfe – California


https://books2read.com/u/38rjLL
https://books2read.com/u/38rjLL




Post: Blog Tour Feature/Giveaway









Frederick H. Crook – Illinois


https://books2read.com/u/mgLz7K
https://books2read.com/u/mgLz7K



Post: Author Interview









Clayton Graham – Australia


https://books2read.com/u/md0gQE
https://books2read.com/u/md0gQE



Post: Blog Tour Feature/Giveaway










Barbara Monjaem – Georgia


https://books2read.com/u/3nYwQP
https://books2read.com/u/3nYwQP




Post: Blog Tour Feature/Giveaway









Roxanne D. Howard – Undisclosed


https://books2read.com/u/4jD8Zv
https://books2read.com/u/4jD8Zv




Post: Blog Tour Feature









Sam Boush – Oregon

https://books2read.com/u/mZPqlR

https://books2read.com/u/mZPqlR





Post: Blog Tour Feature









H.A. Leuschel – Portugal


https://books2read.com/u/bzPYJ9
https://books2read.com/u/bzPYJ9




Post: Blog Tour Feature/Giveaway










M.K. Dawn – Texas


https://books2read.com/u/bP5Yoj
https://books2read.com/u/bP5Yoj




Post: Blog Tour Feature










McKenna Dean – North Carolina


https://books2read.com/u/md0YrX
https://books2read.com/u/md0YrX




Post: Blog Tour Feature/Interview/Giveaway









Justin Robinson – California


https://books2read.com/u/mVB5DM
https://books2read.com/u/mVB5DM




Post: Author Interview










Melissa Chan – Undisclosed




https://literarybookgifts.com/


Post: Service Interview










Friday O. Abumere – Nigeria


https://books2read.com/u/m2vOnk
https://books2read.com/u/m2vOnk




Post: Book Feature








Kenneth Sumerford – Texas


https://books2read.com/u/3L01Re
https://books2read.com/u/3L01Re



Post: Book Feature







Mark H. Newhouse – Florida


https://books2read.com/u/bppXQl
https://books2read.com/u/bppXQl



Post: Author Interview









FrankMcKinney – Florida



https://books2read.com/u/4jD6jX
https://books2read.com/u/4jD6jX



Post: Author Interview









Naghilia Desravines – Texas


https://books2read.com/u/mZP1yp
https://books2read.com/u/mZP1yp


Anthology authors - Laura McNeill, Rhonda Kinard, Dr.Catherine Hayes, TrinaRamsey, Kirsten Blakemore, Leslie Thomas Flowers, RoseJones, Divya Parekh, Tracie L. James and MaggieGeorgopoulos




Post: New Release Feature









Louise Ashton – England


https://books2read.com/u/baz75P
https://books2read.com/u/baz75P




Post: New Release Feature









Richard Godwin – England


https://books2read.com/u/31xv5M
https://books2read.com/u/31xv5M



Post: Book Feature



Readers, I hope you enjoyed our guest list this year! Authors, writers, and service companies, thanks once again for making Writing in the Modern Age awesome in 2018! We appreciate your support and wish you tons of success and happiness in everything you do. ♥

Here’s to a wonderful new year in 2019, a time for new beginnings. Let’s make the best of it!

Happy New Year, everyone!




And, as always, happy reading! :)
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2016 Year in Review

12/31/2016

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Writing in the Modern Age 2016 Year in Review



For our 354th post, I’d like to take a moment to offer a flashback of sorts regarding some of our blog’s events. 


Since its guest author launch in 2013, Writing in the Modern Age has taken on an exciting life of its own! I can’t thank our guest writers, published authors and blog readers enough for seeing us through all those great changes! What began as a potential haven for writers at any stage to seek encouragement and advice in their careers has evolved into a fun place for readers of any book genre to find their new, favorite author. 


So, what did occur this year? Let me tell you. 


We had two book giveaways, introduced a new Author’s Bookshelf feature, discovered some service interviews, as well as our big 350th Anniversary multi-author writing process post. This was on top of our revolving author and character interviews, and even more poetry spotlights and new release features in 2016. With over 70 posts this year and 120 participating authors, I’d say we’ve done rather well! Starting with fantasy author Arie Farnam’s interview at the beginning of the year, to DJ Swykert’s tips about incorporating forensics into mystery writing, and Carl R. Brush’s great lessons in using the past in fiction, to Heidi Renee Mason’s fascinating poetry spotlight, all the way to Diana Rubino’s illustration of the difference between small and large presses, and Susanne Matthews giving us a look at how to effectively write a trilogy, (not to mention a few new articles by yours truly), so much has happened!


Again, thank you all so much for visiting the blog this year, whether you’re a loyal follower or a newcomer, you guested on the blog (see our blog policy, which offers more information about contributing if you’re a writer), or just simply stumbled across our site from social media. We’d like to offer you a load of gratitude from the bottom of our hearts!


Also, many thanks to our great writers and talented authors who wrote posts, or participated in interviews and giveaways!

 


Below I am including information about all the authors who were featured in 2016, either in an interview, article, book giveaway or other event. Each author will be listed with a link to the most relevant website to find out more information about their books or writing. You’ll also see each individual author’s latest book cover, as well as his or her location in the world. For what reader hasn’t wondered where his or her favorite author comes from? Each cover will include an updated link to a purchase page. Additionally, I’m including a link or links to the post each author contributed to this year. That way, you can catch any posts you may have missed!


Sound good? Great! Without further ado, here are our authors!



Arie Farnam - Prague
  
http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01CTFC0UQ

Post: Author Interview




 Lois W. Stern - New York

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01E1U3FN8

 Post: Service Interview
 


Aoede, or Lisa Sniderman - California
 
http://bookgoodies.com/a/B013YMIIYA



Post: Interview



Doug Bolton - Oregon



http://bookgoodies.com/a/B0083LUGVG

Post: Giveaway 1




Amber Daulton - North Carolina

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01IYI0AJK

Posts: Giveaway 1
Multi-author Writing Process Event



Sable Hunter -Texas

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01MQWS1T2

Posts: Giveaway 1
New Release Feature




K.C. Sprayberry - Georgia

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01N0OBRS6

Posts: Giveaway 1
Author's Bookshelf 
Giveaway 2 
Multi-author Writing Process Event



Debbie White - California

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01MRLLC8B

 Post: Giveaway 1



Rebecca L. Frencl - Illinois

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01N4B003Y

Posts: Giveaway 1
Multi-author Writing Process Event




Linda Heavner Gerald - Florida

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01MPX527Z
 
Post: Giveaway 1




Margo Bond Collins - Texas

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01N07HV3B

Post: Giveaway 1




Sharon Kleve - Washington

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01M60T12U

 Post: Giveaway 1



Devika Fernando - Germany

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01MYLDIBQ

Posts: Giveaway 1
Giveaway 2
Author's Bookshelf
Multi-author Writing Process Event 




DJ Swykert - Kentucky

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01N1NFJX3

Posts: Giveaway 1 
Guest Article



Carole McKee - Florida

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B00YZMORE4

Posts: Giveaway 1
Giveaway 2
Multi-author Writing Process Event




Bernard Foong (Young) - Hawaii

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01LQYPU30

 Posts: Giveaway 1
Author's Bookshelf



Elaine C. Pereira - Michigan

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B00RZWGCQW

Post: Giveaway 1  




Maxine Flam - California

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B00980YAK4

Post: Giveaway 1




Marianne Petit - New York

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B00RSJP1J6
 
Posts: Giveaway 1
Multi-author Writing Process Event




T.W. Embry - Florida

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01N5BOUED

Post: Giveaway 1




Giulietta M. Spudich - London, England

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B0192KE9H8

Post: Giveaway 1




Viv Drewa - Michigan

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01KFZ0KG8

Posts: Giveaway 1 
Multi-author Writing Process Event 




Fiona Tarr - Australia

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01MYSABI9

Posts: Giveaway 1
Multi-author Writing Process Event




Olga Nuñez Mirét - Sheffield, England

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01NBGH9G1

Posts: Giveaway 1
Multi-author Writing Process Event




Linda Lee Williams - Colorado

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B017WHH3BC

Posts: Giveaway 1
Giveaway 2
Multi-author Writing Process Event




Dan Buri - Oregon
 
http://bookgoodies.com/a/B0163NLWDQ

 
Posts: Giveaway 1
Service Interview




Alicia Sparks - Louisiana

http://bookgoodies.com/a/1496015525

Post: Giveaway 1



Andrea Perno - Maryland

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01LYX8UFR

Post: Giveaway 1



C.J. Anaya - Utah/Brazil/everywhere

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01NAH3466

Post: Giveaway 1




Elliot Richard Dorfman - New York  

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01H0IOQBS

Post: Giveaway  1




Emily A. Lawrence - Transylvania

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01AYE5ICG

 Post: Giveaway 1




Frank Borne - Louisiana

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01EDNSO7U

  Post: Giveaway 1



Michael Aronovitz/Nicholas Fisher - Pennsylvania

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B014TOVNQC

Posts: Giveaway 1
Author Interview




 Vicki-Ann Bush - Nevada

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01H0HWWME
  
Post: Giveaway 1




Linda Covella - California

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01DN2CSHE

Post: Giveaway 1




L. Anne Carrington - Pennsylvania

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01NBHHZGU

  Posts: Giveaway 1
Guest Article  




Belinda Celayir - Florida 

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B00PHT5J28
  
Post: Giveaway 1




Samantha Cross - Michigan

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01M63DFPS

 Post: Giveaway 1




Cynthia Ley/Cyn Ley - Oregon

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01I220ORG

Post: Giveaway 1




John Stamp - Georgia

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01D8XLHWU

Post: Giveaway 1




JR Wirth - California

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01AWKEBHK

Post: Giveaway 1



Tina Donahue - Undisclosed

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01MDSR9KC

Posts: Giveaway 1
Multi-author Writing Process Event




Gloria Weber - Ohio

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01CKKNCPW

Posts: Giveaway 1
Author's Bookshelf
New Release Feature 




Ashley Fontainne - Arkansas

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01M7NO91E

Posts: Giveaway 1
Author's Bookshelf




Belinda Y. Hughes - Louisiana

https://payhip.com/b/ZFcg

Posts: Giveaway 1
Author Interview
Giveaway 2 
Multi-author Writing Process Event 



Angela Deppeler - Tennessee

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01C66CKR6

Post: Giveaway 1




Susan Lynn Solomon - New York

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01N0OA1IV

 Post: Giveaway 1




A.A. Schenna - Greece

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01N7IKF2K

 Post: Giveaway 1



Natasha Lane - Maryland

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01MZZO4JL

Post: Giveaway 1




James W. McAllister - New York

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B0159QQ1S4

Post: Giveaway 1




Marie Lavender - Indiana

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01MXKPLYX

Posts: Giveaway 1
Guest Article 1
Giveaway 2
Guest Article 2 
Guest Article 3
Multi-author Writing Process Event 
   



Karen Milstein - Undisclosed

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01BQGUPXS

Post: Giveaway 1




Tamara Thorne - California

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01K3UG6U4

Posts: Giveaway 1
Author's Bookshelf




Alistair Cross - West/New England (U.S.)

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01LOXPKME

Posts: Giveaway 1
Author's Bookshelf




Diana Rubino - Massachusetts

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01JV86DXO
 
Posts: Giveaway 1
Guest Article




Theresa Dalayne - Ohio

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01E07YUKO

Post: Giveaway 1



Susanne Matthews - Ontario, Canada

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01MTP5V85

Posts: Giveaway 1
Author's Bookshelf
Giveaway 2  
Guest Article




Anthony Rudzki - Pennsylvania

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B00T3KNH7Q

Post: Giveaway 1



JoAnne Keltner - North Carolina

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B0186D94MW

Post: Giveaway 1




Tracy Kincaid - Pennsylvania

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01MXD0UT4

Post: Giveaway 1




Kathleen Andrews Davis/K.A.Davis - Pennsylvania

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B017HLRB2O

Post: Giveaway 1




Rachael Stapleton - Ontario, Canada

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01MYZ2VAO
 
Post: Giveaway 1




Penny Estelle/P.A. Estelle - Arizona

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01E9IYWLQ

Posts: Giveaway 1
Character Interview 




A.B. Funkhauser - Ontario, Canada

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01CT9GCQK

Posts: Author's Bookshelf
Guest Article
Multi-author Writing Process Event 




Carl R. Brush - California

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B019CWLBQI

Posts: Guest Article
Author Interview 




David Chandler - Pennsylvania 

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01JGQ3K2S

 Post: Author's Bookshelf




Silvia Villalobos - California

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01LYMWB57

Post: Author's Bookshelf




Mika Jolie - New Jersey

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01LK0VKI4

Posts: Giveaway 2
Multi-author Writing Process Event 




Jim Cronin - Colorado

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01M35G7WQ

Posts: Author's Bookshelf
Character Interview
Multi-author Writing Process Event 




Sandra Perez Gluschankoff - California

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01JJ7IB3C

Post: Author Interview




Linda Diane Wattley - Ohio

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B015QP2WEK

Post: Author Interview




Heidi Renee Mason - Washington

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01MFDESDP

Post: Poetry Spotlight



Michael J. Sahno - Florida

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B016PGDZFE

Posts: Author Interview  
Service Interview




Tom Johnson - Texas

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01K5WHH7Q

Posts: Author Interview
Multi-author Writing Process Event 




Stefan Vucak - Australia

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01J97RXWC

Posts: Service Interview
New Release Feature
Multi-author Writing Process Event 




Ivanka Di Felice - Italy

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01BT52RTQ
 
Post: Author Interview 




Kelli Sue Landon - Illinois

http://bookgoodies.com/a/1530382033

Post: Author Interview




Kim Smith - Tennessee

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01MQLL5KT

Post: Service Interview 




Chad McClendon - Kentucky

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01M2CXEW2

Post: Character Interview 




Theresa Mae - Ohio

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01BCP70TU
  
Post: Book Feature  




Gissel Brito - Florida

http://bookgoodies.com/a/1530733642

  Post: Author Interview
  



Frederick H. Crook - Illinois

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01LZ2JXW5

Post: Author Interview




Tory Allyn - New York

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01KGI0IIY

Post: Author Interview




Lana K. Dempsey - Texas

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01K5YZJFQ

Post: Author Interview




Isobelle Cate - Manchester, England

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01N4E7M71

Posts: Author's Bookshelf
Multi-author Writing Process Event 





Branka Čubrilo - Australia

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01IE4ICLC

Posts: Author's Bookshelf
Guest Article 1
Book Feature 
Guest Article 2
Multi-author Writing Process Event 




Kate Collins/KateMarie Collins - Washington

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01MCRZ9H7

Post: Service Interview  





Laura Ranger - Mississippi

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01HAVS922

Posts: New Release Feature
Multi-author Writing Process Event




Vivienne Vincent - Undisclosed

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01IG97RCU

  Posts: New Release Feature  
 Author's Bookshelf




Ryan O'Leary - Canada

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01IL72TEI

Post: New Release Feature 




C.L. Bush - Undisclosed

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01N64NOJF

Post: Author Interview




Uvi Poznansky - New York

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01M0SOXQW

Posts: Author Interview  
Multi-author Writing Process Event




Jannette Fuller - North Carolina

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01M2ZZRVC

Posts: Author Interview  
New Release Feature
Multi-author Writing Process Event
 



Margaret Egrot - England

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01LXO77IS

Posts: Author Interview
Multi-author Writing Process Event



M.R. Rutter - Minnesota

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01MQK1IT3

Post: Author Interview 




 Rival Gates - Nebraska

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01LX8VHGY

  Posts: Character Interview 
Multi-author Writing Process Event
Guest Article 




CS Patra - North Carolina

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01MRWDXUY

Post: Author Interview 




Henry Anderson - England

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01JAIXH0W

Post: Author Interview




Christopher Davis/TJ Adams - California

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01N1PSHUQ

Post: Guest Article




Caryl McAdoo - Texas

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01JDFOD00

Post: Multi-author Writing Process Event 




 David M. Mannes - Canada

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01M4IY3N1

Post: Multi-author Writing Process Event 




Andy Ruffett - Toronto, Canada

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B00EZ7XIA8

Post: Multi-author Writing Process Event




P.I. Barrington - California

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B00L8FM978
 
Post: Multi-author Writing Process Event   




Natalie Silk - Virginia

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01MQWFCPW

Post: Multi-author Writing Process Event 




Mark Conte - Florida

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B015WMUZ0A

Post: Multi-author Writing Process Event 




Dianne Hartsock - Oregon

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01LY77TJF

Post: Multi-author Writing Process Event 




Doc Krinberg - California

http://bookgoodies.com/a/0997002026

 Post: Multi-author Writing Process Event 




Celia Kennedy -Washington

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01J1XNP1C

Post: Multi-author Writing Process Event




Mark H. Newhouse/M.H. Newhouse - Florida

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01N6D4V2T

Post: Multi-author Writing Process Event 




Grey Francis - California

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B00TKOBMDQ

Post: Multi-author Writing Process Event




Cleo Scornavacca - New Jersey

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01F44D9FY

Post: Multi-author Writing Process Event 




Jill Marie Denton - Delaware

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01E0ZGIVK

Post: Multi-author Writing Process Event  




Laura Vosika - Minnesota

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01MA1HJYR

Post: Multi-author Writing Process Event  




Miles Rothwell - Australia

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B00KWS0AV4

Post: Multi-author Writing Process Event 



Nina Soden - Michigan

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01M7WUDAW

Post: Multi-author Writing Process Event 




Tanya W. Newman - South Carolina

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01DQ20CD8

 Posts: Multi-author Writing Process Event 
Author Interview



Rita Plush - New York

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01FZX77WU

Post: Multi-author Writing Process Event  




Jane Riddell - Scotland

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01N3TK1UV

Posts: Multi-author Writing Process Event 
Author Interview 




Monica DeSimone - New Jersey

http://bookgoodies.com/a/B01LWIPOLT

Post: Multi-author Writing Process Event




Readers, I hope you enjoyed our list this year. Authors and writers, once again, thanks for making Writing in the Modern Age awesome in 2016! We really appreciate your support and wish you tons of success! 




Here’s to a wonderful 2017, a time of beginnings. Tomorrow is a new day, a way to turn the page on this life, so let’s make the best of it. 




Happy New Year, everyone!

 


And, as always, happy reading! :)
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2015 Review: Reflections, Reflections, Reflections!

12/31/2015

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