My last Marketing Monday’s post was a departure from the trend of posting excerpts from my published books. Instead I posted the opening chapter of a work in progress, tentatively titled “Technomancer”. This book will not have any explicit content, though it may have some romantic elements, so it is a departure from my priorContinue reading “Discussing Excerpt Ten | Marketing Mondays”
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WIP: A dark beginning
I’m trying something new on the blog now, sharing early drafts from one of my two works in progress (WIP). This first sample is the opening scene for a novel which is currently at 23k words covering the introduction (prologue) and Act One of the story. Elara heard the jailers approaching and hugged the twoContinue reading “WIP: A dark beginning”
Discussing Excerpt Nine | Marketing Mondays
The book “Cosimo,” part of the Families of the Empire series, tackles challenging themes such as explicit content, BDSM, and indentured servitude. It follows a young man’s journey toward leadership amid romance and political intrigue. Set in the picturesque town of Cardino, it offers a complex, evolving narrative available on major ebook platforms.
WIP : Opening page
I’m trying something new on the blog now, sharing early drafts from one of my two works in progress (WIP). This first sample is literally the opening page for a novel which is currently at 25k words covering the first five chapters. Can you imagine being born a god? Not the One God, but aContinue reading “WIP : Opening page”
Cosimo: the ‘spicy’ excerpt
Discussing Excerpt Four | Marketing Mondays
One of the problems with writing Erotic Science Fiction is the fact that many potential readers assume the focus is on the erotic elements rather than the underlying science fiction and general plot. To try and overcome this perception, I’ve started posting excerpts from my books that highlight some of non-erotic elements to show charactersContinue reading “Discussing Excerpt Four | Marketing Mondays”
Writing Exercise 7: Draft a Short Story
This is part of my writing exercises workbook, available to subscribers. This is a longer exercise, depending on your writing style. However, it is not intended that you try to write a full, polished, ready to publish tale in a single setting. It’s about getting your creative juices flowing and bringing in several of the other exercisesContinue reading “Writing Exercise 7: Draft a Short Story”
Writing Exercise 6: Plot Outlines
This is part of my writing exercises workbook, available to subscribers. Outlining a story involves breaking down its main components into manageable parts. First, start with an introduction or hook that captures readers’ attention and sets the stage for what is to come. Then move onto the rising action section where tension builds up graduallyContinue reading “Writing Exercise 6: Plot Outlines”
Writing Exercise 5: Conflict Sketches
This is part of my writing exercises workbook, available to subscribers. Conflict drives the story forward by challenging characters, testing their values, and pushing them to make difficult decisions. Without conflict, stories can feel flat or predictable. By skillfully weaving conflict into a narrative, authors can keep readers on the edge of their seats, eagerlyContinue reading “Writing Exercise 5: Conflict Sketches”
Genre Exploration: Navigating Fiction and Non-Fiction Worlds of Literature
This blog post explores various fiction and non-fiction genres, providing an overview of their key features and notable examples to help readers navigate the world of literature. It covers genres such as action & adventure, fantasy, historical fiction, horror, romance, science fiction, autobiography & memoir, biography & history, essay, self-help, and travel writing, while also suggesting ways to mix and match genres for new ideas.
