Blogging about my books, the writing process, mindset, and anything else I feel like sharing.
It's easy to think that in order to write a detective story, you have to be a detective. But this isn't the case at all! In fact, many famous detective stories were written by people who had no real-world experience in detective work. So how do they do it? How can someone write a detective story when they're not a detective? The answer is simple: They use their imagination, and they do their research!
Read MoreWhat is crime fiction? This is a question that has been asked by many people over the years. The answer, however, is not always simple. Crime fiction can be broadly defined as any story that revolves around a crime or criminal act. This could include murder mysteries, thrillers, and suspense novels, just to name a few.
Read MoreWhen you are trying to get out of debt, it can be difficult to know where to start. Should you pay off the smallest debts first, or focus on the larger ones? And what about interest rates - should you try to reduce your overall payments by targeting the highest-interest debts first? In this blog post, I'll discuss some of the factors you need to consider when prioritizing your debt payoff plan. I'll also provide a few tips for getting started!
Read MoreMaking the decision to pay off debt or save money can be difficult, especially if you have a limited income. Both options have benefits and drawbacks, so it can be tough to decide which one is right for you. In this blog post, I'll discuss the pros and cons of each option and help you decide which one is best for your unique situation!
Read MoreThe process of writing a novel can be mysterious and daunting. If you're ready to take the plunge, these tips will help you plot your book in record time. Plotting is the process of exploring your characters and setting, seeing where they might go in the story. You'll need to have a solid idea of who your heroine or hero is and what makes them tick before you begin writing. Knowing the overall theme of your book will help you determine the direction that your plot should take while keeping you focused while you write.
Read MoreI have a giveaway to tell you about that you absolutely do not want to miss. Angela and Becca, the co-authors of The Emotion Thesaurus, are celebrating their book’s 10th anniversary with a massive giveaway!
Read MoreI’ve been using Google Docs for my writing projects since I started writing seriously back in 2016. I love that it’s an online program so my work is automatically stored in the Cloud. No more remembering to back up my files. Thank you, Google!
Read MoreI had the privilege of reviewing an advance copy of Pitch Like Hollywood: What You Can Learn from the High-Stakes Film Industry by Peter Desberg and Jeffrey Davis. The following is an excerpt from (pp. 109-115, McGraw Hill, February 2022).
The reason anxiety feels so horrible when you’re pitching is simple: You haven’t read the manual. You’re not using it the way it’s evolved since a saber-toothed tiger first chased Homo erectus.
Read MoreHi, I'm Michelle! Writing is a passion of mine. I love to entertain and educate through my writing. I started out writing about business and money and have moved on to thrillers and picture books.
Spending time with family is what I'm all about. Life's too short!
I have two amazing sons who love Lego and ninjas...and TV (sigh)!! We read a ton of storybooks to make up for the TV thing. One of the best ways to explain things is through stories of course.
If it was up to me, I'd have chips and dip for dinner every night with a super dark chocolate bar to round out the meal...and maybe an apple! It's a good thing I've got kids and a husband. They keep me responsible (and healthy).
