 I've gotten the rights back to the last three writing reference titles that were originally published by Writer's Digest Books (and later sold at auction to Penguin Random). In 2022, they'll be released in a craft writing collection. Here are the details:
3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection by award-winning author Karen S. Wiesner covers the A to Z's of crafting the highest quality fiction including how to:
With step-by-step guidelines, instructions, and tips throughout that are flexible and clearly written, imparting a layman's ease of understanding and can-do motivation, this collection may be the only writing craft books you'll ever need. Each volume has a bonus companion booklet available presented in usable digital format or paperback that includes all the aids from the main book that you can use in your own writing--and extras! The six volumes and bonus companion booklets in this collection are: 1. First Draft Outline formerly published by Writer's Digest Books as First Draft in 30 Days {A Novel Writer's System for Building a Complete and Cohesive Manuscript} Bonus Companion Booklet for First Draft Outline 2. Cohesive Story Building formerly published by Writer's Digest Books as From First Draft to Finished Novel {A Writer's Guide to Cohesive Story Building} Bonus Companion Booklet for Cohesive Story Building 3. Writing the Fiction Series formerly published by Writer's Digest Books as Writing the Fiction Series {The Complete Guide for Novels and Novellas} Bonus Companion Booklet for Writing the Fiction Series 4. Three-Dimensional Fiction Writing formerly published by Writer's Digest Books as Bring Your Fiction to Life {Crafting Three-Dimensional Stories with Depth and Complexity} Bonus Companion Booklet for Three-Dimensional Fiction Writing 5. CPR for Dead or Lifeless Fiction {A Writer's Guide to Deep and Multifaceted Development and Progression of Characters, Plots, and Relationships} Bonus Companion Booklet for CPR for Dead or Lifeless Fiction 6. Writing Blurbs That Sizzle--And Sell! Bonus Companion Booklet for Writing Blurbs That Sizzle--And Sell! More details about this soon at https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/writing-reference-titles.html
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 OCTOBER 2021 CATCHUP
Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter **NEW website!!** https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ **NEW blog!!** https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor Creating realistic, unforgettable characters one story at a time… In addition to being a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of over 140 titles published in the past 24 years, which have been nominated/won 134 awards, with nearly 20 more releases contracted for spanning many genres and formats. WHAT'S NEW My new website and blog (streamlined and simplified with a gorgeous new logo created by my cover artist pro_designzz) is now up. I’d love feedback! https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ ** I've gotten the rights back to the last three writing reference titles that were originally published by Writer's Digest Books (and later sold at auction to Penguin Random). In 2022, they'll be released in a craft writing collection. Here are the details: 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection by award-winning author Karen S. Wiesner covers the A to Z's of crafting the highest quality fiction including how to:
With step-by-step guidelines, instructions, and tips throughout that are flexible and clearly written, imparting a layman's ease of understanding and can-do motivation, this collection may be the only writing craft books you'll ever need. Each volume has a bonus companion booklet available presented in usable digital format or paperback that includes all the aids from the main book that you can use in your own writing--and extras! The six volumes and bonus companion booklets in this collection are: 1. First Draft Outline formerly published by Writer's Digest Books as First Draft in 30 Days {A Novel Writer's System for Building a Complete and Cohesive Manuscript} Bonus Companion Booklet for First Draft Outline 2. Cohesive Story Building formerly published by Writer's Digest Books as From First Draft to Finished Novel {A Writer's Guide to Cohesive Story Building} Bonus Companion Booklet for Cohesive Story Building 3. Writing the Fiction Series formerly published by Writer's Digest Books as Writing the Fiction Series {The Complete Guide for Novels and Novellas} Bonus Companion Booklet for Writing the Fiction Series 4. Three-Dimensional Fiction Writing formerly published by Writer's Digest Books as Bring Your Fiction to Life {Crafting Three-Dimensional Stories with Depth and Complexity} Bonus Companion Booklet for Three-Dimensional Fiction Writing 5. CPR for Dead or Lifeless Fiction {A Writer's Guide to Deep and Multifaceted Development and Progression of Characters, Plots, and Relationships} Bonus Companion Booklet for CPR for Dead or Lifeless Fiction 6. Writing Blurbs That Sizzle--And Sell! Bonus Companion Booklet for Writing Blurbs That Sizzle--And Sell! More details about this soon at https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/writing-reference-titles.html ** You can find my latest Alien Romances Friday posts here: Karen S. Wiesner: Writing Craft: Tension and Twists, Part 2: The second of three posts focusing on how (and why) to build tension and twists into your fiction is now up on the Alien Romances blog: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2021/10/karen-s-wiesner-tension-and-twists-part_29.html Karen S. Wiesner: Writing Craft: Tension and Twists, Part 1: The first of three posts focusing on how (and why) to build tension and twists into your fiction is now up on the Alien Romances blog: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2021/10/karen-s-wiesner-tension-and-twists-part.html Karen Wiesner: The Stories Behind Classic Fairy Tales (Woodcutter's Grim Series), Part 8: The final in my eight-part series is up now at Alien Romances Blog. This time I talk about coming to the end of a series. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2021/10/karen-wiesner-stories-behind-classic_15.html Karen Wiesner: The Stories Behind Classic Fairy Tales (Woodcutter's Grim Series), Part 7: The seventh in my eight part series talking about my Woodcutter's Grim Series and the stories behind classic fairy tales is up now. This time I cover the myth behind phoenixes. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2021/10/karen-wiesner-stories-behind-classic_8.html ** My new writing advice article up on the Writers Exchange E-Publishing blog: Arrested Development by Karen S. Wiesner. Check it out here: https://www.writers-exchange.com/arrested-development-by-karen-wiesner/?fbclid=IwAR3vZQXDq4axC85DNTmI8K-E64DE3anWoCuEu5WIdGnj1cGVC4v7L5qx_Zw View all my articles on the Writers Exchange blog: https://www.writers-exchange.com/articles/ NEWEST AND UPCOMING RELEASES BRIDGE OF FIRE, Book 10: Woodcutter's Grim Series including: OUT OF THE ASHES, Part 1; A NEW BEGINNING, Part 2; and INTO THE SUN, Part 3 Fantasy Romance Novels Available now in paperback and electronic formats http://www.writers-exchange.com/woodcutters-grim-series/ ADVENTURES IN AMETHYST TRIO OF HOLIDAY ROMANCES including: NEVER A BRIDE, Book 11; UNLUCKY IN LOVE, Book 12; and SHOTGUN WEDDING, Book 13 Contemporary Romance Novels Coming November 2021 in paperback and electronic formats http://www.writers-exchange.com/adventures-in-amethyst-series/ NEW REVIEWS I received a new first review for BRIDGE OF FIRE, Book 10: Woodcutter's Grim Series, Into the Sun, Part 3: 5 Stars! “Woodcutter’s Grim Series goes out with a bang in this final installment, Into the Sun, Part 3 of Bridge of Fire. I loved Will Gruff from the beginning, as far back as when his mom helped him break the blood contract their family was under so he alone could be saved. Yet he came back to the place that’s the least safe for him because he knows he’s the one who has to save those he cares for. I loved all the characters so much, I thought them as extended family. I admit I adored little Celee as a St. Bernard shifter most of all. The introduction of fairy tale creatures of all kinds in this three-part tale was an added bonus.” ~Linda’s Reviews Find out more here: https://www.writers-exchange.com/woodcutters-grim-series/ I received a new review for FIRST COMES LOVE, Book 4: Friendship Heirlooms Series: 5 Stars! “Secondary characters in the Family Heirlooms Series are now getting their stories in the Friendship Heirlooms Series. Chad Feldman and Winnie McBride were left on a messy cliffhanger in GLASS ANGELS, Book 4: Family Heirlooms Series. A teenage pregnancy had them trying to do the right thing by getting married right out of high school to raise their daughter. Chad struggles with letting go of the career aspirations he’d always had when there’s a way for him to continue with them, and Winnie can’t see this as anything but selfish--not a noble act to better support his family--because any opportunity she had for a career was gone once she got pregnant. Who took the heavier load? She’s a strong woman, a good mother, but she’s only human and her shoulders can’t hold everything. In this story, the conflicts between this couple who face the consequences of choosing to have sex before they were ready to be responsible for what came of it are plentiful. I look forward to the next installment of the Friendship Heirlooms Series to find out what happened to other secondary characters from the original series.” ~Linda's Reviews I received a new review for PERFECT REFLECTION, Book 5: Friendship Heirlooms Series: 5 Stars! “In Perfect Reflection, it’s Ethan and Elaina's turn to have their story told. Ethan Lynwood did an amazing job caring for his younger brother after their dad turned his back on them, but Sebastian did an unforgivable thing, and Ethan had no choice but to walk away. Settling in Peaceful gave him a chance to start all over again. The woman he loves, Elaina Houston, had it rough as a runaway growing up. She made decisions for her future that she hoped would prevent the same mistakes from happening again. But protecting herself also means denying herself the things that feel right to her. When the past comes back to haunt Ethan and Elaina…well, the clash will rock you as much has it did me. I look forward to the next installment in this series.” ~Linda's Reviews Find out more about the Friendship Heirlooms Series here: http://www.writers-exchange.com/friendship-heirlooms-series/ MISCELLANY Check out my Author Pages! Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor WHAT I'M WORKING ON Look for my WIP Moments on my Facebook Author Page http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor where I'll be posting about what I'm working on and the progress I'm making with each stage of my projects. You can also follow my progress here: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In October, I: -Revised my writing reference titles for reissue in 2022 in a new writing craft collection. Details forthcoming at https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/writing-reference-titles.html In November, I'll: -Revise REKINDLED, Peaceful Pilgrims Series, Book 6 (March 2022) https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html -Begin writing BONE OF MY BONE, Book 7: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series (June 2022) https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html Find out what else I'm working on in 2021. Coming soon: Find out what I'll be working on in 2022. https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Feel free to direct your friends to this newsletter! http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog riting Craft: Tension and Twists, Part 2 by Karen S. Wiesner The second of three posts focusing on how (and why) to build tension and twists into your fiction is now up on the Alien Romances blog: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2021/10/karen-s-wiesner-tension-and-twists-part_29.html  I received a new review for PERFECT REFLECTION, Book 5: Friendship Heirlooms Series: 5 Stars! “In Perfect Reflection, it’s Ethan and Elaina's turn to have their story told. Ethan Lynwood did an amazing job caring for his younger brother after their dad turned his back on them, but Sebastian did an unforgivable thing, and Ethan had no choice but to walk away. Settling in Peaceful gave him a chance to start all over again. The woman he loves, Elaina Houston, had it rough as a runaway growing up. She made decisions for her future that she hoped would prevent the same mistakes from happening again. But protecting herself also means denying herself the things that feel right to her. When the past comes back to haunt Ethan and Elaina…well, the clash will rock you as much has it did me. I look forward to the next installment in this series.” ~Linda's Reviews Find out more about the Friendship Heirlooms Series here: http://www.writers-exchange.com/friendship-heirlooms-series/   My new writing advice article up on the Writers Exchange E-Publishing blog!
Arrested Development by Karen S. Wiesner Check it out here: https://www.writers-exchange.com/arrested-development-by-karen-wiesner/?fbclid=IwAR3vZQXDq4axC85DNTmI8K-E64DE3anWoCuEu5WIdGnj1cGVC4v7L5qx_Zw View all my articles on the Writers Exchange blog: https://www.writers-exchange.com/articles/ Writing Craft: Tension and Twists, Part 1 by Karen S. Wiesner The first of three posts focusing on how (and why) to build tension and twists into your fiction is now up on the Alien Romances blog: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2021/10/karen-s-wiesner-tension-and-twists-part.html  I received a new review for FIRST COMES LOVE, Book 4: Friendship Heirlooms Series: 5 Stars! “Secondary characters in the Family Heirlooms Series are now getting their stories in the Friendship Heirlooms Series. Chad Feldman and Winnie McBride were left on a messy cliffhanger in GLASS ANGELS, Book 4: Family Heirlooms Series. A teenage pregnancy had them trying to do the right thing by getting married right out of high school to raise their daughter. Chad struggles with letting go of the career aspirations he’d always had when there’s a way for him to continue with them, and Winnie can’t see this as anything but selfish--not a noble act to better support his family--because any opportunity she had for a career was gone once she got pregnant. Who took the heavier load? She’s a strong woman, a good mother, but she’s only human and her shoulders can’t hold everything. In this story, the conflicts between this couple who face the consequences of choosing to have sex before they were ready to be responsible for what came of it are plentiful. I look forward to the next installment of the Friendship Heirlooms Series to find out what happened to other secondary characters from the original series.” ~Linda's Reviews Find out more here: http://www.writers-exchange.com/friendship-heirlooms-series/  Alien Romances Blog: The Stories Behind Classic Fairy Tales (Woodcutter's Grim Series), Part 810/15/2021 The final in my eight-part series is up now. This time I talk about coming to the end of a series. Starting next week, I’ll be posting a series of craft writing articles. Karen Wiesner: The Stories Behind Classic Fairy Tales (Woodcutter's Grim Series), Part 8 Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2021/10/karen-wiesner-stories-behind-classic_15.html  The seventh in my eight part series talking about my Woodcutter's Grim Series and the stories behind classic fairy tales is up now. This time I cover the myth behind phoenixes. Karen Wiesner: The Stories Behind Classic Fairy Tales (Woodcutter's Grim Series), Part 7 Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2021/10/karen-wiesner-stories-behind-classic_8.html  I received a new review for BRIDGE OF FIRE, Book 10: Woodcutter's Grim Series, Into the Sun, Part 3: 5 Stars! “Woodcutter’s Grim Series goes out with a bang in this final installment, Into the Sun, Part 3 of Bridge of Fire. I loved Will Gruff from the beginning, as far back as when his mom helped him break the blood contract their family was under so he alone could be saved. Yet he came back to the place that’s the least safe for him because he knows he’s the one who has to save those he cares for. I loved all the characters so much, I thought them as extended family. I admit I adored little Celee as a St. Bernard shifter most of all. The introduction of fairy tale creatures of all kinds in this three-part tale was an added bonus.” ~Linda’s Reviews Find out more here: https://www.writers-exchange.com/woodcutters-grim-series/  Another review for CPR for Dead or Lifeless Fiction: A Writer’s Guide to Deep and Multi-Faceted Development of Characters, Plots, and Relationships: 5 Stars! "For plotting all my novels and novellas, I depend heavily on Karen Wiesner’s FIRST DRAFT IN 30 DAYS. Her books on writing can be invaluably helpful not only for dedicated plotters and outliners like me, but for the intuitive 'pantser' as well. This new book delves more deeply than any of her previous works into the intricacies of creating effective characters, plots, and relationships. After a comprehensive guide to recognizing and diagnosing 'dead or lifeless' writing, the book works through every stage in the planning and writing of a novel, with numerous examples from popular literature and other media. The step-by-step approach carries the reader along the path of conceiving, developing, and animating characters, from the initial inspiration to the ultimate goal of a cohesively plotted, vividly alive story. The organic imagery of living, dead, and 'zombie' CPR woven throughout the text captivates the reader’s attention, as do the numerous concrete examples of how to apply the author’s instruction and advice. The appendix contains a collection of useful worksheets. As a bonus, the conclusion offers an eye-opening analysis of the current state of the publishing industry. You don’t need to be familiar with the author’s earlier books on writing to benefit from this one, since it covers all the highlights of her method. If you haven’t read them, though, you’ll probably want to get one or more after immersion in CPR FOR DEAD OR LIFELESS FICTION." ~award-winning author Margaret L. Carter http://www.margaretlcarter.com Find out more here: http://www.writers-exchange.com/cpr/  September 2021 Catchup
Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter **NEW website!!** https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ **NEW blog!!** https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor Creating realistic, unforgettable characters one story at a time… In addition to being a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of over 140 titles published in the past 24 years, which have been nominated/won 134 awards, with nearly 20 more releases contracted for spanning many genres and formats. WHAT'S NEW My new website and blog (streamlined and simplified with a gorgeous new logo created by my cover artist pro_designzz) is now up. I’d love feedback! https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ You can find my latest Alien Romances Friday posts here: Karen Wiesner: The Stories Behind Classic Fairy Tales (Woodcutter's Grim Series), Part 1 The first in an eight part series talking about my Woodcutter's Grim Series and the stories behind classic fairy tales is up now. In this introduction, I explore some favorite horror stories I read when I was young. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2021/08/woodcutters-grim-series-classic-tales.htmlaliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2021/08/woodcutters-grim-series-classic-tales.html ** Karen Wiesner: The Stories Behind Classic Fairy Tales (Woodcutter's Grim Series), Part 2 The second in my eight part series talking about my Woodcutter's Grim Series and the stories behind classic fairy tales is up now. This time I cover the stories behind "Hansel and Gretel", "Rumplestiltskin", "The Pied Piper of Hamelin", and "Rapunzel". Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2021/08/ar-woodcuttersgrimseriespt2.html ** Karen Wiesner: The Stories Behind Classic Fairy Tales (Woodcutter's Grim Series), Part 3 The third in my eight part series talking about my Woodcutter's Grim Series and the stories behind classic fairy tales is up now. This time I cover the stories behind "The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse", "The Little Mermaid", "The House That Jack Built", and "Beauty and the Beast". Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2021/09/karen-wiesner-stories-behind-classic.html ** Karen Wiesner: The Stories Behind Classic Fairy Tales (Woodcutter's Grim Series), Part 4 The fourth in my eight part series talking about my Woodcutter's Grim Series and the stories behind classic fairy tales is up now. This time I cover the story behind Metamorphoses: The Story of Pygmalion and the Statue by Ovid. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2021/09/karen-wiesner-stories-behind-classic_17.html ** Karen Wiesner: The Stories Behind Classic Fairy Tales (Woodcutter's Grim Series), Part 5 The fifth in my eight part series talking about my Woodcutter's Grim Series and the stories behind classic fairy tales is up now. This time I cover the story behind "Snow White". Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2021/09/karen-wiesner-stories-behind-classic_24.html ** Karen Wiesner: The Stories Behind Classic Fairy Tales (Woodcutter's Grim Series), Part 6 The sixth in my eight part series talking about my Woodcutter's Grim Series and the stories behind classic fairy tales is up now. This time I cover the story behind "The Three Billy Goats Gruff". Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2021/10/karen-wiesner-stories-behind-classic.html ~*~ My newest writing advice article up on the Writers Exchange E-Publishing blog! "Deep, Multi-Faceted Development and Progression of Romantic Relationships" by Karen S. Wiesner. Check it out here: https://www.writers-exchange.com/development-and-progression-of-romantic-relationships-by-karen-s-wiesner/?fbclid=IwAR1Vlv7aKDd17nQhMjoXKEAGTMSZX5c-Z_t8jaKQsC6bZeUkY_2KzJP2ekI View all my articles on the Writers Exchange blog: https://www.writers-exchange.com/articles/ NEWEST AND UPCOMING RELEASES HARD TO HANDLE, Book 8: Incognito Series reissue Paranormal Horror Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://www.writers-exchange.com/hard-to-handle/ HIDDEN, Book 6: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Paranormal Horror Available now in paperback and electronic formats http://www.writers-exchange.com/hidden/ BRIDGE OF FIRE, Book 10: Woodcutter's Grim Series including: OUT OF THE ASHES, Part 1; A NEW BEGINNING, Part 2; and INTO THE SUN, Part 3 Fantasy Romance Novels Available now in paperback and electronic formats http://www.writers-exchange.com/woodcutters-grim-series/ ADVENTURES IN AMETHYST TRIO OF HOLIDAY ROMANCES including: NEVER A BRIDE, Book 11; UNLUCKY IN LOVE, Book 12; and SHOTGUN WEDDING, Book 13 Contemporary Romance Novels Coming November 2021 in paperback and electronic formats http://www.writers-exchange.com/adventures-in-amethyst-series/ NEW REVIEWS I received my first reviews for BRIDGE OF FIRE, Book 10: Woodcutter's Grim Series, Out of the Ashes, Part 1: 5 Stars! “In Out of the Ashes, the first part of BRIDGE OF FIRE, the 10th book in the Woodcutter’s Grim Series, I found the Gruff family intriguing. Will was the youngest son of three brothers. His father made a choice that both saved and doomed them for all time. Will’s mom didn’t want her children to be slaves to the evil that lived in Woodcutter’s Grim. She made a dangerous alliance to save one of her sons. Will was too young to have fallen under the sway of the magic in that town. Before she helped him escape, she told him not to trust anyone and to never come back. Will fled, ensuring his life in the years that followed was lonely. But, like his father before him, Will possesses a skill that transcends explanation. He can create magical bridges. I fell in love with Adaryn and her friends Torin and Celee right along with Will. But a happily-ever-after doesn’t seem likely with a centuries’ old creature hunting them. Unbelievably, the only place that seems safe for them is Woodcutter’s Grim! I can’t wait to see what happens next in Part 2: A New Beginning!” ~Linda’s Reviews 5 Stars! “This portion of Bridge of Fire seems to tell readers just what we need to know, breaking at a good point--not what I would consider a frustrating ‘cliffhanger’. I admire the way the author created an original mythos of her own using creatures from legend and lore. And I'll bet nobody else has ever written a love story between a phoenix and a goat shapeshifter." ~author Margaret L. Carter http://www.margaretlcarter.com/ I received my first reviews for BRIDGE OF FIRE, Book 10: Woodcutter's Grim Series, A New Beginning, Part 2: 5 Stars! “In the last part, Out of the Ashes, Liam, his wife Adaryn, and their two friends Torin and Celee travel to Woodcutter's Grim to escape the hunter who’s always a step behind them. Though Liam had promised his mother he’d never return when he fled the town, he has no choice but to come home now and complete the training that will allow him to save those he loves. But the evil in this place overtook his father when Liam was just a child and now his oldest brother is irrevocably under its sway. How can he survive if he allows himself to wield the magic? The last place on earth they should go is their only option now. Liam’s love for Adaryn touched me. Torin, also, was easy to fall in love with along with his adorable little girl. Ember was a fascinating creature I enjoyed getting to know better. I can hardly wait to see how this story ties up in the third and final part of BRIDGE OF FIRE.” ~Linda’s Reviews 5 Stars! “Again, I think this book ends at a reasonable stopping point, avoiding the dreaded cliffhanger. I enjoyed the dialogue and character relationship development. I love the relationship between Celee and Ember. It's hard to imagine how this trilogy could end happily. Well, I'll find out soon. I'm looking forward to finding out what finally happens to these people, especially the hero and heroine Liam and Adaryn.” ~author Margaret L. Carter http://www.margaretlcarter.com/ I received my first review for BRIDGE OF FIRE, Book 10: Woodcutter's Grim Series, Into the Sun, Part 3: 5 Stars! “In the final part of Bridge of Fire, the characters are sympathetic, and the mythology of Woodcutter's Grim is richly developed in interesting depth. I like the way it pulls many fairy tales together. For me as a reader, the author’s note at the end provided a detailed explanation of the series order and was very helpful. It's the kind of thing I always enjoy reading after completing a novel. In fact, when a book doesn't have an author's afterword, I miss it. Ultimately, the conclusion of Bridge of Fire is quite satisfying.” ~author Margaret L. Carter http://www.margaretlcarter.com/ Find out more here: https://www.writers-exchange.com/woodcutters-grim-series/ I received a new review for MICHAEL'S ANGEL, Book 2: Friendship Heirlooms Series: 5 Stars! “Get out a big box of tissue for this story. In the Friendship Heirloom Series, we meet secondary characters from the Family Heirlooms Series. LeeAnn had been introduced in GLASS ANGELS, Book 4. I couldn’t help loving Michael Fremont, who had such a sad and tragic childhood, yet he protected his next door neighbor LeeAnn, a shy girl bullied both at home and at school. When they’re finally free to be together, the past still won’t let them go without a fight. I’m looking forward to reading the next book in the series.” ~Linda’s Reviews Find out more here: http://www.writers-exchange.com/friendship-heirlooms-series/ I received a new review for FOREVER AND ALL THAT JAZZ, Book 3: Friendship Heirlooms Series: 5 Stars! “In this next book in the series, we gain insight into the best friend of Ashley, the heroine of the previous story. Jazz had been with her throughout her childhood horror and they remain close in the present. In SHARDS OF ASHLEY, Jazz and Wesley broke up when he learned some disturbing details from her previous life. As a pastor, he’d had to make a choice about whether she was the wife God wanted for him. But it quickly became clear to him that she was. Married life is filled with joy neither could have imagined before, but there’s an elephant in the room never discussed. Even as an adult and married woman, Jazz continues to look out for her aging father, a characteristic that’s beautiful to behold. But forgiving herself for the past isn’t easy when closure about so many things is lacking. This story is a tear-jerker. I rooted for Jazz and Wesley to find a happily-ever-after the whole time. Can’t wait to find out what’s next in the series!” ~Linda’s Reviews Find out more here: http://www.writers-exchange.com/friendship-heirlooms-series/ I received a new review for CPR FOR DEAD OR LIFELESS FICTION: 5 Stars! “I do not read, much less review, many nonfiction books because I normally read to escape the problems of everyday life. However, I have often wondered how authors managed to keep us (readers) engaged in their stories, especially if the story is more than one title in length. This book explains it all. If you an aspiring author, this book is crucial in making your story something that publishers would want to get out to the public. All writers know that a character must do more than walk and talk if readers are to care about them. The development is what causes readers to feel as though they know and understand a character. This book also explains ten ways to spot dead or lifeless characters, plots, and relationships. It also talks about the needed research that authors must do. Not only that, but good writers also take detailed notes on each of their characters. This book explains why and how. Even having said all this, it hardly touches everything that the book covers. This is a valuable resource for any author, published or not.” ~Huntress Reviews Find out more here: http://www.writers-exchange.com/cpr/ MISCELLANY Check out my Author Pages! Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor WHAT I'M WORKING ON Look for my WIP Moments on my Facebook Author Page http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor where I'll be posting about what I'm working on and the progress I'm making with each stage of my projects. You can also follow my progress here: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In September, I: -Polished REKINDLED, Book 6: Peaceful Pilgrim Series (February 2022 release) https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html In October, I'll begin: -Revising my writing reference titles for reissue in 2022 Find out what else I'm working on in 2021: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Feel free to direct your friends to this newsletter! http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog he sixth in my eight part series talking about my Woodcutter's Grim Series and the stories behind classic fairy tales is up now. This time I cover the story behind "The Three Billy Goats Gruff". Karen Wiesner: The Stories Behind Classic Fairy Tales (Woodcutter's Grim Series), Part 6 Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2021/10/karen-wiesner-stories-behind-classic.html  |
AuthorWelcome to Karen's Quill, the blog of author Karen Wiesner. In addition to being a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen is the accomplished author of nearly 150 titles published in the past 25 years, which have been nominated/won 134 awards, with 9 more releases contracted for spanning many genres and formats. Archives
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