by Judy Penz Sheluk | Oct 28, 2023 | Guest Post, One Writer's Journey
Writing a synopsis is one of the most difficult (and dreaded) tasks an author can face. But my guest today, donalee Moulton, has some advice on what worked for her, and I’ll admit to being both surprised and loving it in equal measure. Take it away, donalee: I...
by Judy Penz Sheluk | Oct 21, 2023 | My Publishing Journey
My original plan was to release this in October but life and my “heckuva summer” got in the way, so I decided to take my own advice and not stick to an arbitrary deadline OR release the book before it was truly ready. And so, I’m announcing the...
by Judy Penz Sheluk | Oct 14, 2023 | Guest Posts, One Writer's Journey
Every author has their own “secret sauce” when it comes to crafting their books. In today’s guest post, Marilyn Levinson shares 12 things to keep in mind when writing a mystery series, and her advice is spot on. My personal favorite is #8, because...
by Judy Penz Sheluk | Oct 7, 2023 | One Writer's Journey
Recently, TIME Magazine published a list of what they consider to be the 100 Best Mystery & Suspense Books of All Time — I’ve read several on this list, but by no means all, and while I might quibble with some of the choices, if you’re looking...
by Judy Penz Sheluk | Sep 30, 2023 | Let's Talk About Writing, One Writer's Journey
One of my great pleasures is introducing my readers to new authors, and introducing authors to new readers. I “met” Nannette Potter through my online group, Sisters in Crime Guppy Branch, and learning she had just released her debut novel, offered her a...
