by Cindy Ervin Huff | Sep 25, 2018 | Inspiration, Uncategorized
The writer’s life is a rollercoaster of emotions. We are on a high when our book gets published. A low when our sales are down, or we get a one-star review. We worry our next book won’t be as good as our last. We fear rejects and being a one hit wonder....
by Cindy Ervin Huff | Sep 18, 2018 | Uncategorized, writing tips
I recently read a post on FB where writers were debating whether men put their hands on their hips. Some were adamant that they don’t, and others like myself knew they do based on my own male relatives and contacts. That conversation lead me to think about hands in...
by Cindy Ervin Huff | Sep 4, 2018 | Uncategorized, writing tips
I had a dream that my writing time was uninterrupted. No family drama or emergency took me away from my words. I stayed on task. All the items on my checklist from blogs, to edits to marketing were completed. Then the alarm went off and I woke to...
by Cindy Ervin Huff | Aug 23, 2018 | Uncategorized, Writing craft, writing tips
I’m picking up where I left off last post. I reviewed how the right setting helps the character reveal backstory and inner conflict in a natural way. Today I want to share a few examples of setting projecting mood. Secrets & Charades is my Historical Romance set...
by Cindy Ervin Huff | Aug 21, 2018 | Uncategorized, Writer's tips, writing tips
The right setting can turn backstory into revelation. Where things are brought to light is as important as what is shared. As in real life the right setting can draw out truths. Some people think best when they are walking along their favorite path. A...
