from Jane Austen Is My Spirit Animal (Facebook) Yesterday I ran across this meme after initially seeing it, oh, so many moons ago. At about the same time, I was reminded of the saying, “Some days you’re the pigeon and some days you’re the statue.” What’s the connection, you ask? If you look closely, both … Continue reading Am I the Pigeon or the Statue? Setting my Writing Routine
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Why Character Names Matter…
William Shakespeare, Romeo and Juliet (II, ii, 1-2) Not so fast there, Will. I beg to differ. Names carry a lot of meaning and, if you’re writing a character-driven mystery, getting names right is essential. This week two events led to this post. First, a politician gave a speech in Lima, Ohio. “No!” I yelled … Continue reading Why Character Names Matter…