This is another post in my “Writing and _____” series in which I examine an issue or a stereotype that pervades the world of writers. Today, I’d… Read more “Writing and Distractions”
Author: Sara
Diving into Research
With Nightwind sitting with my beta readers, I’ve turned my attention fully to the research phase for Into the Sweetbitter Sea, my next project. This new novel… Read more “Diving into Research”
Author Encounters: Kate Morton
As you may know, Kansas City isn’t a huge city. Celebrities don’t flock here for vacation and few people outside of the hometown heroes category still call… Read more “Author Encounters: Kate Morton”
Hello, my name is…
With great power comes great responsibility. And there is perhaps no greater power (or responsibility) than bestowing a name upon another. I don’t have any tiny humans… Read more “Hello, my name is…”
Symbolism and Themes in Writing
When you read or discuss a book in a classroom setting or even with a friend or family member, inevitably you will find yourself talking about the… Read more “Symbolism and Themes in Writing”
About that Back of Book Copy…
Getting a novel written is a huge milestone. But, there are at least a dozen additional steps that an indie author has to undertake before they can… Read more “About that Back of Book Copy…”
Toeing that History/Fiction Line
Right now, NightWind is with my first beta reader. As I sit and wait for feedback, I find myself in the middle of a period of reading,… Read more “Toeing that History/Fiction Line”
Writing and Self-Doubt
This is another post in my “Writing and _________” series in which I discuss issues that come with writing or stereotypes that come to mind when people… Read more “Writing and Self-Doubt”
Gothic Literature at Large – September 2018
September is here and fall is just around the corner. This time of year gets me thinking about all things pumpkin (I know, basic, right? But whatever.… Read more “Gothic Literature at Large – September 2018”
Finding Your Tribe
People traditionally think of writing as a solitary task. And, while I suppose the action of writing itself can be solitary (and not even that piece of… Read more “Finding Your Tribe”