

Alone in an Isolated Setting: Does the Notion Appeal to You?
She’s all alone. She’s on her own. Do these phrases frighten you or energize you? Those of us who write mystery/suspense novels often...


The Poignancy in an Author’s Acknowledgement Page
Every time a writer finishes a new novel and sends it out to readers, she holds her breath, hoping readers enjoy the story as much as she...


Books of Our Hearts
Lie Catchers: Welcome Home! Writing any novel is a story in itself. Why am I writing this book? Where did the characters and plot come...


Something old is NEW again!
Last Resort is Reborn! I learn something new every day, sometimes to the degree of epiphany! Listen to this story: First: A neighbor...


Where Do You Create Your Art?
Where do you create your art? What do you like surrounding you when you compose? How does ‘place’ affect your art? I’m lucky to be a...


A Conundrum: What book cover designs appeal to readers?
Authors published by the big five consult multiple cover artists and promotional experts to determine the graphics on the cover of their...


Busting the Myths about What it Means to be a Fiction Author
Reasons why you might care about these Myths: 1. You might want to write fiction, so you’re interested in the process/challenges. 2....


An Elephant in the Room: Women Authors (Especially Romance Writers) Get Less Love
Here are some observations, statistics and questions about dichotomies and inequities regarding Women Authors and the Romance Genre....


Romance Novels-the Billion Dollar Elephant in the Room
Romance Novels-the Billion Dollar Elephant in the Room by Rolynn Anderson Why Can’t Romance Books Get Some Love? 1. What are the two...


What Drew Me to Writing Romance and Suspense Novels?
I’m Being Interviewed prior to a February Talk on Romance Writing. Here are my responses: I can think of nothing more mysterious and...






































