A miscellany of thoughts about dogs, cats, writing, life in the Ozarks, & occasional book reviews
As a writer and a reader, I find the thriller genre a rollercoaster ride of tension, suspense, and high-stakes challenges. I'm fascinated by fast-paced, complex plots, and relatable characters I care about. That's why I'm attracted to writers like Amy Young, and why I've invited her to share her thoughts about writing thrillers. Enjoy this …
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When writing about people and places and dogs, my imagination supplies a vivid image of each that seems to magically transform them from bare words on a page to something akin to a living, breathing character. Some writers--and readers, too--have suggested it's a bit like having a movie play in your mind while you're immersed …
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Here's a three-minute reminder about the difference we can make in the lives of others: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NrTTf8S0C6k Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NrTTf8S0C6k Want to see more of Beckett? You can find him on Instagram (@beckettdemonfloof). *** I'll be posting more stories in the coming weeks about the joys (and challenges) of fostering and adopting dogs. If you …
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Virtual Book Tour September 18 - October 13, 2023 As a child, the public library was a magical venue where I wandered freely, my attention captured by books and stories about different cultures, people, places, and historical times. That probably explains my passion for fiction and non-fiction alike, and for exploring unfamiliar worlds found by …
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Question: What's the best training method for you and your dog? Answer: The one that works! I've lost track of the number of training books, videos, and how-to seminars I studied while writing the Waterside Kennels mystery series and this blog. In addition to ensuring authentic details are added to the plots, I found many …
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