by Wordsmith | Nov 27, 2021 | A Writer's Life
While traveling north on I-75 on Sunday morning, I am reminded of the wonderful gift all writers have: observation and the ability to turn observations into short stories, novels, or scenes. If a writer is observant, or in the moment, he will be able to receive the...
by Wordsmith | Nov 23, 2021 | A Writer's Life, Doug's Perspective
You can find characters to populate your stories and novels wherever you go. All you need to do is be observant. When you see a person who piques your curiosity, take a picture of him with your phone or camera....
by Yale Larsson | Nov 18, 2021 | Yale's Perspective
During the pandemic, Jayson had a lot of time on his hands. He learned how to watercolor, and kicked his cooking skills (which were already awesome) into overdrive. Recently he served me Cajun Shrimp Alfredo. Fabulous. I washed it down with two Warsteiners. Marlowe...
by Wordsmith | Nov 18, 2021 | A Writer's Life
I’m always on the lookout for ideas when I’m out and about. Inspiration strikes at the strangest times; when you’re shopping, working out at the gym, taking a yoga class and so on. One thing I’ve learned is never to trust memory when I see...
by Yale Larsson | Nov 4, 2021 | Yale's Perspective
Not too long after I brought my father’s killer to justice, I was plunged headlong into another mystery. While visiting my good friends Jurgen and Jutta Becker at their vineyard in Myakka, their sommelier was found dead. When Homicide Detective Kennedy and...
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