Unless they’re memorable, why should readers care?
by Andy Scheer
The contest organizers didn’t include this criteria to derail entries. In every fiction contest I’ve judged, I’ve been asked to weigh in on the characters. Yet as I reflect on the eleven novels I just evaluated, this category proved especially daunting
Too many authors forget this key information.
by Andy Scheer
Imagine if an editor wants to publishing something you’ve written, but isn’t sure who you are, how to reach you, or where to send payment. This really happens.
Here’s part of an email … Continue reading
Then you can speak her language.
by Andy Scheer
Do you know your audience as well as you know the characters in your novel?
Many novelists keep character photos by their keyboards to help them bring to life Ashley, Braxton, Connor, Desiree, and the others … Continue reading