I’m a sucker for descriptions that help me smell, taste, feel, or otherwise visualize a location. William Kent Kreuger does it better than anyone in his novel This Tender Land, and I tried to capture some of that in my own novel Suddenly Rural Girl. Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson do it well throughout theirContinue reading “Good Descriptions and Figurative Language (Peter and the Star Catchers)”
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A Touch of Humor. (Peter and the Star Catchers)
Let’s take a look at a few more passages from Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson in their Peter and the Star Catchers series. These are a few that made me chuckle. The Pearson/Barry combination expertly sneaks humor into passages throughout the novels. I’ll post a few of my favorite quotes from the book here andContinue reading “A Touch of Humor. (Peter and the Star Catchers)”
Physicality in Peter and the Star Catchers
Peter and the Star Catchers, and the subsequent novels by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson are treats, especially for those who fell in love with the story of Peter Pan years ago. It’s the first of their prequel novels, and the Pearson/Barry combination expertly weaves all of the magic and playfulness into a story thatContinue reading “Physicality in Peter and the Star Catchers”
The Scent of a Good Story (Peter and the Star Catchers)
Peter and the Star Catchers, by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson is a treat, especially for those who fell in love with the story of Peter Pan years ago. It’s the first of their prequal novels, and the Pearson/Barry combination expertly weave all of the magic and playfulness into a story that explains the magicContinue reading “The Scent of a Good Story (Peter and the Star Catchers)”
Writing Funny: Traits of Comedic Characters
I’m nearly done with my comic thriller, The Worst Thing About Sam, so I wanted to re-post some of these “Writing Funny” tips I pulled together along the way: Stereotypes are real. We all carry them and we represent that remark. If we’re wise or well-disciplined, we don’t take action on them–moving from stereotyping toContinue reading “Writing Funny: Traits of Comedic Characters”
Favorite Kindle Quotes: Lindsay Faye (2)
As I read my Kindle, I highlight intriguing or beautifully descriptive passages from the novel. Here are a few recent . . . “Aggressively incompetent.” LINDSAY FAYE, THE GODS OF GOTHAM “That was about as comforting as a split basket of snakes.” Lindsay Faye, The Gods of Gotham “The once-delicate pink wallpaper was peeling inContinue reading “Favorite Kindle Quotes: Lindsay Faye (2)”
Interview with Susan from How to Be Good on TV
I had a fun opportunity to talk with Susan Siravo of How to Be Good on TV. She’s a Little Prompter user, and conducts a great interview. Check out the video, below, and follow her YouTube channel for more great tips about how to be good on TV! (You can also order a Little PrompterContinue reading “Interview with Susan from How to Be Good on TV”
From an Actress and University Faculty
It’s great to hear from folks about how they’re using their Little Prompters. Today I received this short email from a university instructor and actress: “Hi Dann, Thank you for the prompt response and information. I’m looking forward to using the Little Prompter – both as an instructor at [University] and as an actress. ThisContinue reading “From an Actress and University Faculty”