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Wings & Words - Where stories take flight
When I saw Johann entering my story, it was clear that he was a hunter. But it was also clear that on his forearm he was carrying a bird of prey. He was still “too far in my mind” for me to see what kind of bird it was, but I was certain he was a bird trainer. When I first started researching birds, the one that clearly jumped out was the Harris Hawk. Harris Hawk in flight, John Pow Today it is one of the most commonly used birds of prey in falconry, as it is the easiest to
Interview: The magic of audiobook narration
If any of you were wondering who is the mystery person behind the amazing honey-colored voice of my audiobooks "The Senthien" and "The Mind", it is an actress, Corinne Davies. And today I'm bringing you the interview where she explains what -or who- inspires her voice choices, where does her voice-shifter talent come from and what is the process in auditioning and narrating the books. The link below is an abridged version, but if you want to see the full version of this inter
The book that changed my life
For many life changes, one can point to a specific event that was pivotal for that change in life's direction. In my case, it was a book I read more than ten years ago, and also something that the author mentioned in one of her interviews. Check it out! How many of you like "Twilight"? Take care and stay safe!
"The Senthien" sequel is with my editor!
I just wanted to let you know that "The Senthien" sequel is in the editing process, first round with my developmental editor. I know many of you have been waiting for this sequel for a while. Not too long to go now! (Thank you for your patience) I think you will enjoy how the adventure continues ;-) If anyone would like to get an update on when the sequel is out, please consider joining my newsletter. https://tarajadebrown.com/newsletter/ https://youtu.be/Yebf5PAXK94
Plotters vs Pantsers, and why a mix of the two is best?
Authors can be Plotters or Pantsers, depending on how they approach their writing. What are Plotters, what are Pantsers and why a mix of the two is best? Watch this video and find out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RMoOfAmZXLY
What (or who) inspired me to write "Far Away"?
A photo of a famous actor and an intriguing title underneath – this is what inspired me to write romantic short story “Far Away”. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTg9PBDED7k
Vlogs? Really? Shouldn’t you be writing?
If any of you have any questions about me, my writing, my stories, or my characters, this is it. This is where I answer them all. These vlogs are a behind-the-scenes view for all my fans who want to find out more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0PMbVXslQc
Sweet romance & zombie apocalypse: Should the genres mix or not?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sAXt8TzS1Hw What if a writer is inspired to write two stories that fall into two different genres? Should they write both despite the fact that their readers might not follow one of the genres? Or will fans of an author be interested regardless, provided there is a common thread they like that runs through that particular writer’s work? Check out this video and find out!
How do my stories come to life?
Writers get inspired to write a story in many different ways. And this here is mine. https://youtu.be/i4Ks4po1bX0
Why do (my) books take so long to write?
“A (good) book may be late for six months, but a book published too soon is bad forever” by Rachel Aaron I’ve received a few emails from you guys asking “When will the book be ready?” Soon, I promise! Honestly! But here’s a quick look at the whole process to show you why Swift Escape isn’t out yet. It’s a bad excuse, I know, but at least it offers some explanation :) Here it goes. (Feel free to skip lines 1–40 ;-) I won’t mind.) Plotting: I’m not great at it yet, which is
Dante‘s 9
I wrote “Dante’s 9” end of 2012 after the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. I was shocked and devastated. I can’t imagine being one of those parents. Getting a call, hearing that there was a mass shooting in the school, finding out that your child was among the twenty that this man killed. How should one continue living after that? The worst thing is that one does. One continues living, knowing that their child is dead, and they will never ever be able see her or him a
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