I’m a touch anal retentive. I like rules. In fact, it’s how I make my living. I like knowing what’s going to happen so I plan things out, even for contingencies that won’t likely happen. I’m very well prepared for the zombie apocalypse, btw. But by planning, I take...

When I think of writing, I think of a recipe. I know some writers are loathe to think of a formula for a book, but for me – scientist, plotter, chart maker extraordinaire – I hope that by following even a basic recipe I will produce a good product. The recipe is...

A Writer’s House is pleased to welcome Sara Dobie Bauer, a writer, model, and mental health advocate with a creative writing degree from Ohio University. Her short story, “Don’t Ball the Boss,” was nominated for the Pushcart Prize, inspired by her shameless crush on...

In most romance stories, the first meeting sets the tone for the relationship. But many authors rely on looks to bring the hero and heroine together. The sexy way she looks in a dress or bikini. The way his tux fits his shoulders or jeans hug his butt. What are some...

I have been tagged by Gerri Bowen  to play along with this Q&A, so here goes!! Rules: Thank the blogger who tagged you. Thank you, Gerri. It’s been great seeing you again! Answer the ten questions you were given by that blogger. Nominate ten people, give them ten...

I’m excited to welcome Amanda Uhl, fellow author and member of Northeast Ohio RWA, to the spotlight today. Amanda has always had a fascination with the mystical. Having drawn her first breath in a century home rumored to be haunted, you might say she was “born” into...

I’m a people watcher. I get this from my MawMaw. She used to take the bus from Mississippi to visit us in Louisiana and always had such tales of the people she would see on the ride. If we’d go shopping, she’d like to sit somewhere central and observe those around...

A Writer’s House turns over the controls today to guest blogger Susan Kelley. Thanks for having me on your blog, Kathleen. I’m excited to have wrapped up my third space opera romance series recently. Every time I talk about my series, someone asks me to explain what...

Welcome to another Spotlight. Today I’m excited to introduce D.R. Grady. I love sharing new authors and new stories with readers. While D.R. is new to me, she’s well established on the bookshelves. Here’s a peek at her latest release, The Trouble with Nerds. (Isn’t...