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Word Search for Seams Like the Perfect Crime
This is a word search puzzle post based on Seams Like the Perfect Crime by Lois Winston. Learn about the book while you play! […]
Writers are often asked what the basis for their short stories and novels are. For me, the answer is simple. I use idea gems pulled from real life as the springboard for my imagination. Once my imagination kicks in, I polish or revise the mixture to create polished short stories or novels. For example, in my recently published collection of short stories, With Our Bellies Full and the Fire Dying, the first story “Thanksgiving in Moderation,” tells the tale of a family Thanksgiving dinner where a would-be fifth husband of one of the women doesn’t survive until dessert. The idea gems were family Thanksgiving meals I have attended and an older widow who…
Enter to win two free books from our authors. This month we are giving away:
Maggie Toussaint: Candle with Care – print (US only) or ebook
Lois Winston: Decoupage Can Be Deadly – print (US only) or ebook
Our authors share their unique approaches to writing during the summer, from staying focused on their WIP and meeting deadlines to carving out time for relaxation, exploration, and reading for fun. How does summer influence your creative routines?
