I go to Barnes and Nobles, not too often, which is sad, but often enough and I buy this journaling book/magazine called, Bella Grace, Life's A Beautiful Journey. It's got beautiful pictures, and thought provoking readings that get you to write. I came across one of it's pages called, Tips for making your writing come to life. So, I thought I would share them with you. * Throw out everything you learned about writing in school. This includes forgetting about five-paragraph essays, introductions that drag along, and long-winded sentences. * Delete your opening paragraph. Some of the most compelling stories drop you right into the middle of them. * WRITE MORE. * Get to the point. Simple sentences are often the best way to go. *READ MORE. * Don't overly complicate things. * Use your true voice. Write your story as though you are telling it to a friend. In fact, try recording it first. This adds an air of authenticity. * Don't be afraid to make up word...
Where the most influential coven reigned, has now met its match... Birthright is a novel that opens the door on family secrets. Both Kane and Candra are locked into a shared past neither of them can escape. Evil is everywhere waiting to pounce. Candra must decide who is a friend and find out what her birthright really is. When everything in your life is lost, whom can you trust and who will be there to pick up the pieces and help you put them back together, family or a stranger.