I met Kathy Cretsinger several years ago at the Ken-Ten Writers Retreat. I’d never heard of the retreat, but one of my website clients, Suzanne Bratcher, invited me to go with her. She wanted to meet the publisher who was about to publish her debut novel, The Copper Box. I enjoy meeting new people in […]
Forever Music
Without any spoilers, I’ll let you know this book includes characters who harbor secrets as well as a forbidden love element.
Valley of Shadows
Historical Romance is not my favorite genre, but the characters drew me in … The conflict starts in the very first scene and doesn’t let up.
The Copper Box
If you enjoy going on a trip when you read a book, I highly recommend that you join Suzanne by taking a virtual journey to Jerome.
The Importance of Market Research
Market Research enables you to discover exactly what your audience wants to hear–NOT just what you want to tell them.
What is a Target Audience?
One of the easiest and fastest ways to build an author platform is to choose a “Topic of Interest” that is relevant to your target audience.
Building an Author Platform
Three benefits of building an author platform are expanded visibility, strong reader relationships, and increased book sales.
You’re Not Paid to Be Nice
Somewhere between “once upon a time” and “they lived happily ever after,” you’ll find conflict. Conflict keeps the story interesting. If a boy finds a lamp, rubs it, a genie pops out and grants him his heart’s desire, and the boy lives out the rest of his days in splendor and peace, well…it’s a nice […]