by Clifford Mae Henderson | Oct 9, 2014 | Musings
1.) There are only about eight story lines. It’s what done with them that counts. 2.) Heightening is the art of suspense. 3.) If the characters don’t care about what’s going on, neither will the audience/readers. 4.) Every character, even the tiny ones, need a...
by Clifford Mae Henderson | Sep 16, 2014 | Musings
Getting a novel published is an adrenalin rush, no doubt about it. The months leading up to the launch are filled with anticipation. Are people going to like it? Will I be praised? Discredited? Admired? Shamed? It’s very similar to the opening night of a show. There...