by Denise Vega | February 15, 2013 | Novels
Today we’ll be looking at Bull Rider by award-winning author Suzanne Morgan Williams. Bull Rider has received multiple awards and deservedly so. Let’s look at what Suzy does to hook us on the first page. The Page Chapter OneFolks in Salt Lick say I...
by Denise Vega | February 13, 2013 | Writing Inspiration
Today is Picture Book Wednesday! I’m focused on getting ready for a new class I’m teaching through the University of Denver Enrichment Program – “Writing Children’s Picture Books: Learn the Craft” and my Picture Book classes at Lighthouse...
by Denise Vega | February 12, 2013 | Writing Inspiration
Yesterday’s prompt was the above picture. Here’s what I came up with: Aaron floated lazily across the grass, enjoying the lightness he felt, as if his body were filled with air too. He bobbed up and down, never quite touching the ground, feeling the breeze...
by Denise Vega | February 8, 2013 | Novels, Writer Tips & Tools
Today we’ll be looking at Tilt by award-winning and NYT best-selling author Ellen Hopkins. Ellen writes YA novels in verse where every word, every placement of word, is deliberate. Let’s look at what Ellen does to hook us in the first few stanzas. The Page...
by Denise Vega | February 7, 2013 | Writing Inspiration
This Thursday I’m sharing another really great quote. This is a reality for me, for sure, but sometimes I get lazy and if I don’t feel inspired or excited about my book on a particular day, I often procrastinate, as if checking my email or surfing the...
