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Behind the Story: What’s in a Theme? By K.L. Abrahamson

by Judy Penz Sheluk | Oct 1, 2022 | Behind the Story, One Writer's Journey

In preparing for an upcoming speaking engagement I’ve been thinking a lot about writing novels and short fiction. A question that often comes up relates to theme. “What’s your book about?” someone asks. The easy answer is the plot—this happens and then this happens,...

Behind the Story: Dysfunctional Families as Character Fodder by Lois Winston

by Judy Penz Sheluk | Sep 10, 2022 | Behind the Story, One Writer's Journey

It’s my pleasure to welcome back fellow Sister in Crime Lois Winston, who is here today to share her take on dysfunctional families. Take it away, Lois: As authors, we’re often told to write what we know. That’s not always possible for those of us who write...

Behind the Story: Psychometry in Past & Present

by Judy Penz Sheluk | Jan 31, 2021 | Behind the Story, One Writer's Journey

I’ve had plenty of interest in Behind the Scenes, and I promise I’ll keep those coming, but I thought it might be fun to do a few Behind the Story posts. Here’s my first one, a look at how Psychometry came to play an integral part in Past &...
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