March 14, 2023 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, We had a very productive writing session yesterday. I am hoping you can join us next Monday for our Write Now! Write Here Write in. We’ll start with a short reading and then write for 45 minutes. We’ll end the session with another dose...Read More
March 23, 2021 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, Tonight I’ll be appearing in conversation with Jeannée Sacken to talk about her new book, Behind the Lens. You can sign up for the 7:00 PM event at the Boswell Book Company website. To learn more about Jeannée Sacken and her new...Read More
June 5, 2018 Note From Rochelle Dear Readers, It’s June, and that means we’re nearly halfway through the year. How are you doing on your goal to stick to a writing schedule, start your book, or finally submit that manuscript to an agent? If you’re procrastinating because you are fearful or...Read More
October 11, 2016 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, Greetings! If you’re a Milwaukee-area writer, this week I’ll be speaking on Writing to Transform this Wednesday, October 12 at 6:00 PM at Villard Square Library. Come prepared to write and—hopefully—leave transformed! Today I’m delighted to welcome Sandy Brehl to the blog. She’s got a fascinating...Read More
June 28, 2016 Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, As summer gets into full swing, it’s time once again for the summer reading list. But first, I have a few hints on how you can make time to read. And, at the end of a post, you’ll have a chance to win one of...Read More
Note From Rochelle Dear Writers, Last fall, I had the privilege of attending Mystery Writers of America MWA University. While there, I heard Hallie Ephron speak about Dramatic Structure and Plotting—which changed the way I think about writing fiction. I’ve invited her to the blog to talk about one small aspect of plotting—how to juggle...Read More
Greetings! And welcome to the big book review issue. I hope you find something in here suitable for your last-minute holiday gifts. If not, certainly you can find something you might like to read! And scroll on down to the bottom to find out how you can win a book. I’m giving away two copies...Read More
Dear Writers, I can’t believe it: National Novel Writing Month starts Saturday. And if you’re way behind in planning, I have a treat for you. For today’s tip, I’m featuring an article by acclaimed mystery novelist Jessica Lourey that will give you everything you need to plan your novel for November. And if you’re in the...Read More
Welcome, writers! In today’s edition of Writers Read, Patrick S. Lafferty writes about novels with strong voices. Speaking of strong voices—check out Lafferty’s novel Anno Domina. In the book, the newly elected governor of Arizona must decide whether or not to stay the execution of a heretical cult leader. His ultra-conservative constituency wants her dead but...Read More
When I read this post last Friday, I went right out to the library and got one of the books. Now don’t be thinking I was hoping for a good cry. I was just hoping for a great book. (Though, I ended up with both.) Sarah Lange has a way of describing books that brings...Read More
