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I have held my literary firstborn for the first time
My literary firstborn is here, finally, in my hands. It is surreal.
Booklist review for THE JINN DAUGHTER
“This debut novel, rich in Middle Eastern folklore and religion, is a captivating read...Lyrical language and descriptive world building make this a good recommendation for book discussion groups, and literary and fantasy readers.”
books i’ve read that have influenced my writing
books i've read that have influenced my writing
7 Books that influenced my current writing voice
Here's a list of 7 books that have influenced my writing in terms of voice and tone, and have taught me how use the setting as a major character, the plot as a dreamy wonderland, and the characters as beautiful creatures that are so flawed, they're perfect.
My favorite fantasy books of all time
My favorite fantasy books of all time
Bestseller Formula: heart, mind, and guts
Becoming a bestseller would be many an author's greatest fantasy. But, is there a formula?
The First 50 Pages
"...there are only two things you must do with your first fifty pages...
Angst, anger, and affection
Adding emotion to stories can be one of the more difficult aspects of writing. Sure, a writer knows what their characters are feeling, but can they make a reader *feel* the characters' emotions?
Writing is Rewriting
So how do you edit your book? Each author has their own method of madness, but many would agree that these steps are critical:
Reading Between the Dunes 