by Kathy L Wheeler | Dec 9, 2015 | Author Spotlight, Books, Reading, Writing
My good friend and fellow Jodi-Pioneer, Mary Coley is a mystery/suspense author who says no story is complete without a little romance. Recently, Mary gave me her thoughts on writing mystery with a touch of romance.) Q: You write mystery/suspense, but there’s always a...
by Kathy L Wheeler | Nov 26, 2014 | Books, Reading
by Kathy L Wheeler | Jun 16, 2014 | Author Spotlight, Books, Contemporary Romance, Historical Romance
Genre Jumping … Is It A Good Idea Or Not? Why would a perfectly-set-in-her-ways writer choose to change genres? As writers we hone our craft, develop expertise, and lean heavily on our network of friends and critique partners for constructive criticism. Why...
by Kathy L Wheeler | Jan 3, 2014 | Deleted Scenes
Again, from Lies That Bind. This scene was taking the story through another step in the entire process. There were things I loved going this direction, but critiques convinced me the step was unnecessary. “That was delicious. I was starving.” Gwen patted her...
by Kathy L Wheeler | Dec 13, 2013 | Bloomington Series, Books, Deleted Scenes
Two hours later Kelly had to admit, after being comfortably ensconced in a vibrating leather chair, feet soaking in soothing scented water that this was exactly what the doctor ordered. The technician, a thin Asian woman tapped her leg. Kelly raised her foot as...
