When it comes to storytelling, exceptional characters hold the key to a powerful narrative that readers can connect with. In the world of fiction, strong and inspiring… Read more “Five Tips for Creating a Strong, Female Literary Character”
Month: April 2015
A Creative Journey: Nature, Nurture, or Genes?
Reblogged from THIS WRITER’S LIFE, https://tiffaniburnettvelez.wordpress.com “Creativity is a DNA imperative. It is impossible for us to not be creative. We make things by nature.” – James Navé… Read more “A Creative Journey: Nature, Nurture, or Genes?”
The Story Behind ‘A Decent Woman’ by Eleanor Parker Sapia
Originally posted on The Story Behind the Book:
I wrote the first draft of my historical novel, A Decent Woman, as a stay at home Mom in…
Lessons Learned and Seven Tips on Writing an Historical Novel
First published in The Serious Reader blog on March 31, 2015. Recently, a new author friend invited me to share a coffee at our local diner to… Read more “Lessons Learned and Seven Tips on Writing an Historical Novel”
The 1918 San Fermin Earthquake and Tsunami – Ponce, Puerto Rico
The 1918 San Fermin Earthquake and Tsunami in Ponce, Puerto Rico A few years back, on the last day of my vacation on the island of St.… Read more “The 1918 San Fermin Earthquake and Tsunami – Ponce, Puerto Rico”