I love writing historical novels. I love diving into the research of the era. I do crazy things like get dressed in the right attire, and listen to music from the area. It’s so important to get it right. I wanted to quickly give you 5 tips on writing a great historical. It’s all about knowing your Era! Notes: Get books and articles written in the era to understand the lingo, the culture concerns, the political issues. You need to get your head in the mind of your character by diving into that era. Rent movies and read books set in this era! You can’t always rely on other people’s research, but you can get ideas to confirm later on. Read biographies about people set in this time. It’s another […]
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About Susan May Warren
Former Russian Missionary Susan May Warren is the best-selling author of more than 40 novels and novellas with Tyndale, Barbour and Steeple Hill, and Summerside. A Christy award and RITA winner, and multiple finalist for the RITA, Christy and winner of Inspirational Readers Choice contest, Susan currently has over a million books in print. A seasoned women’s events speaker and writing teacher, she is the founder of http://www.mybooktherapy.com an online community for writers, and runs a fiction editing service teaching writers how to tell a great story. Visit her online at: http://www.susanmaywarren.com.Author Archive | Susan May Warren
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Should you have a pen name? Today’s writing Q & A takes a look at this question and the things to consider when you are choosing your pen name! Won’t load? Try the direct link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQ0ZtlArtms&feature=youtu.be Want just the MP3 Version? Download it here: Should I have a pen name? Thanks for watching – Subscribe to our channel to get updates! See you next week! Susie May
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