Character Descriptions

YOU see the characters in your mind…more importantly, does the reader? And is it necessary they see your vision? Although physical descriptions and a thorough biographical summary of each major character is found in older fiction, the current trend is to reveal...

Character Names

You have a great idea for a story! Now you just have to give those characters names! Name them with purpose! Names are important! Why?     A name can: identify 1) personality; 2) temperament; 3) a physical trait; or 4) a character flaw or strength. be...

Authorveillance

Yep! I made that word up. Writers can do that! Authorveillance: noun: Observing human interaction and/or individuals for the express purpose of using their mannerisms, speech patterns, physique, appearance, personality, problems, or quirks in your next novel....

Body Art

Piercings. Tattoos. Body Adornments. Body art goes waaaaay back. Otzi, a 5300 yr-old mummy found in the Alps, had 59 tattoos! And stretched earlobes!   And don’t forget those Easter Island Heads! They have stretched lobes too! I wouldn’t be surprised if...

Sumerian Magic & Sorcery

  The perfect day for MAGIC!  We love it! And remain enthralled by its mystery, mysticism, and supernatural power! You know you believe—or you really, really want to–because everyone wants a little magic in their lives! Ancient Mesopotamians were no...
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