Continue readingSmorgasbord Christmas Reading - Discovery by Rick and Jan Sikes
Smorgasbord Christmas Reading – Discovery by Rick and Jan Sikes
Many thanks to Sally Cronin at the Smorgasboard - variety is the spice of life blog!!
Lions -Animal Wisdom
I recently spent several hours in the dentist chair. While that is never a pleasant thing, I learned some fascinating information. A TV above my head ran a continuous loop of Trivia Facts. Did you know that Lobsters have green blood?? Neither did I. But, the one trivia fact that captured my attention was this: Did …
What I do when I’m not writing
I have two passions in life. Books - writing and reading Music - writing, playing, listening - reporting I recently had the privilege of covering a great music event for Buddy Magazine. The Ranch Bash 2016 took place in Fort Worth, Texas at the Panther Island Pavilion. First of all, the weather was perfect! This …
Guest Author Jan Sikes: Inspiration in Difficult Times
Shared from Fiction by Rachael Ritchey!
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How to describe eyes – 7 simple tips re-blogged from Now Novel
Re-blogged from http://www.nownovel.com/blog/ How to describe eyes in a story: 7 simple tips Learning how to describe eyes in a story without resorting to cliché helps set your writing apart from amateurish fiction. Many beginning authors over-rely on eye descriptions and eye colour to create an impression of their characters. Here are 7 tips for talking …
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How to describe eyes – 7 simple tips re-blogged from Now Novel
Re-blogged from http://www.nownovel.com/blog/ How to describe eyes in a story: 7 simple tips Learning how to describe eyes in a story without resorting to cliché helps set your writing apart from amateurish fiction. Many beginning authors over-rely on eye descriptions and eye colour to create an impression of their characters. Here are 7 tips for talking …
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How many ways can you say ____?
I am super excited to present this workshop to the Panhandle Professional Writers Group in Amarillo, Texas next month. Bi-Monthly Meeting November19th Jan Sikes How Many Ways Can You Say ____? “He walked.” Really? Do you know there are over 115 ways to describe the way a person walks? Why should you limit …
The Girl on The Train & Two Critical Elements of ALL Great Stories
One of the VERY best pieces I've ever read on the core structure of a story.
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Emotional Beats: Ways to Portray Anger
I recently bought this book and LOVE it! It sits on my desk anytime I am writing. Great resource from Nicholas Rossis! Reblogged on WordPress.com Source: Emotional Beats: Ways to Portray Anger
Emotional Beats: Ways to Portray Anger
I recently bought this book and LOVE it! It sits on my desk anytime I am writing. Great resource from Nicholas Rossis! Reblogged on WordPress.com Source: Emotional Beats: Ways to Portray Anger