"Jannette,
I had the same problem with my first mystery novel, Mixed Messages. I joined a critique group - one of the best things I've ever done - and the first thing the members told me was that my beginning was too slow, it didn't…"
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The Devil's in the Details
Started Oct 14, 2011 0 Replies 0 Likes
Writing a series can be a challenge. When you're writing the second or third book, it can be difficult to keep track of all the details you’ve already written in the first book. As G. Thomas Gill…Continue
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Patricia Gligor replied to the discussion 'How did you come up with the opening paragraphs of your novel?' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
Patricia Gligor replied to the discussion 'Our Published Novels!' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"A serial killer is on the loose in Westwood.
Is it someone close to Ann?
With all the "mixed messages" she's been getting, she can't be sure it's…"
Patricia Gligor posted a status
"Reply to the question on my blog, "What kind of reader are you?" for a chance to win a free copy of "Mixed Messages."
http://ning.it/n0myM1"
Meg Waite Clayton left a comment for Patricia Gligor
"Patricia, Waving a friendly hello -- with apologies for the slow response. I've been in France since April 1!
Meg
www.TheWednesdaySisters.com"
Patricia Gligor posted a status
"Planning a vacation? Need a mystery novel to read on the plane or by the pool? "Mixed Messages" is on sale on Amazon.
http://ning.it/JyS2Dr"
Patricia Gligor posted a blog post
True Story: Cincinnati Strangler terrorized city
In 1965-1966, my main interests were boys, learning how to drive so I could get my driver’s license and school, pretty much in that order. So I paid little attention to the news, never realizing how what was going on then (in my city) would mirror the novel I would write many years later.You see, I learned something this past week that actually gave me chills. From October 1965 to December 1966, a man attacked, raped and murdered seven Cincinnati women. He strangled them, using either an…See More
Patricia Gligor posted a status
"Read about the parallel between a true story and my recently published mystery novel, Mixed Messages. Truly eerie! http://ning.it/n0myM1"
Patricia Gligor posted a status
"I'm thrilled to be featured in an Author Spotlight on Morgen Bailey's blog today. Hope you'll stop by.
http://ning.it/Jib9jG"
Patricia Gligor posted a status
"Today, it is my privilege to interview mystery author, Marilyn Meredith. Hope you'll stop by.
http://ning.it/n0myM1"
Patricia Gligor posted a status
"A serial killer is on the loose in Westwood! Will Ann be his next victim? "Mixed Messages," was released today on Amazon."
Patricia Gligor commented on the blog post 'Top 10 Don't-Miss Sites for Marketing Your Writing (Without Breaking the Bank)'
"Great tips, Meg! Thanks! My novel, "Mixed Messages," will be released in 6 days. I appreciate your advice on promotion - the name of the game."
Patricia Gligor posted a status
"Marja McGraw is interviewing me today at:
blog.marjamcgraw.com/2012/04/09/patricia-gligor-guest-author.aspx
Hope you'll stop by."
Patricia Gligor replied to the discussion 'Our Published Novels!' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"Thanks, Marilyn!"
Marilyn Bostick left a comment for Patricia Gligor
"Yay! A new Friend! Congratulations on your debut novel!"
Patricia Gligor replied to the discussion 'Our Published Novels!' in the group Novelists (Struggling or Not)
"Marilyn,
Thanks so much for your interest! Yes to both of your questions. Mixed Messages will be released April 17th on Amazon and the publisher's website in paper and kindle formats. This is my debut novel! Can you tell how excited I…"
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- Who I am:
- I live in Cincinnati, Ohio and I'm writing a mystery/suspense series.
- Connect with me online! My site, blog, or Twitter handle are:
- http://pat-writersforum.blogspot.com/
- Books I've written, anthologies I've contributed to, and any scripts or plays I've authored:
- "Mixed Messages," the first novel in my Malone mystery series, is available at amazon.com and postmortem-press.com.
A serial killer is on the loose in Westwood. Is it someone close to Ann? With all the mixed messages she's been getting, she can't be sure it's not.
- Media outlets that I currently write for:
- My writer's blog
- My writing is:
- Fiction
- Outlets where I review books, TV, or film:
- Amazon.com and Goodreads
- Services I offer to other writers:
- Comments on writers' blogs
- I'm part of these writers' groups or salons:
- Queen City Writers Critique Group
- My professional associations:
- Sunny Frazier's Posse
Queen City Writers critique group
- I found out about She Writes from:
- Sunny Frazier
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True Story: Cincinnati Strangler terrorized city
Posted on May 10, 2012 at 8:14am 0 Comments 0 Likes
In 1965-1966, my main interests were boys, learning how to drive so I could get my driver’s license and school, pretty much in that order. So I paid little attention to the news, never realizing how what was going on then (in my city) would mirror the novel I would write many years later.…
Continue How do you choose a Title?
Posted on March 30, 2012 at 6:30am 0 Comments 0 Likes
How do writers choose the titles for their novels? When I think of some of my favorite authors, Mary Higgins Clark comes immediately to mind. She often uses the titles of old songs. For example, You Belong to Me, Let Me Call You Sweetheart and All Around the Town. James Patterson’s Women’s Murder Club Series starts with 1st to Die and is up to The…
Continue Different Strokes for Different Folks
Posted on March 29, 2012 at 9:00am 0 Comments 0 Likes
I’m a morning person. Most days, as soon as I wake up, I’m alert and ready to start my day. After coffee, of course. That’s why I choose to write in the morning; I’m fresh and at my best. When I’m writing, whether it’s the first draft of a manuscript or a rewrite, I focus on that. I don’t even check my email or answer my phone until I’m satisfied that I’ve produced the day’s writing. It’s…
Continue A Dream Come True
Posted on March 27, 2012 at 6:05am 0 Comments 0 Likes
I’ve wanted to be a published author since I was a little girl. Like most girls my age, I read every Judy Bolton and Nancy Drew mystery; they were among my most prized possessions. When I was ten years old, I submitted a poem I’d written to my Sunday school magazine. I can still remember how thrilled I was when I saw my name printed under the title. My first byline! Now, many years later (no need to tell how many), I feel…
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- At 5:29pm on May 24, 2012,
Meg Waite Clayton said… >the first novel in my Malone mystery series, Mixed Messages, has been published
Yay! Congrats!
- At 8:35am on May 19, 2012, Meg Waite Clayton said…
Patricia, Waving a friendly hello -- with apologies for the slow response. I've been in France since April 1!
Meg
- At 11:00am on April 3, 2012,
Marilyn Bostick said… Yay! A new Friend! Congratulations on your debut novel!
- At 3:31pm on September 23, 2011,
Angeline Larimer said… - Hello, neighbor! Yes, many more conversations, I hope. Glad to meet you.
- At 7:15am on September 13, 2011,
Jill Starishevsky said…
Welcome to SheWrites. Feel free to reach out if you need anything.
Jill Starishevsky
Author, My Body Belongs to Me
- At 8:57am on September 5, 2011, Meg Waite Clayton said…
Welcome to the novelist group! You might introduce yourself by telling us what you’re working on in the “Show Me Your Novel and I’ll Show You Mine” discussion if you're not too uncomfortable talking about what you're working on. And we do a live chat every Wednesday; hope you can join us for that!
- At 7:06am on September 4, 2011, Meg Waite Clayton said…
http://www.shewrites.com/group/novelistsstrugglingornot
And you can find all the groups under "Community" on the navigation bar at the top of your page
- At 9:05am on September 3, 2011, Meg Waite Clayton said…
- Patricia, Belated welcome to She Writes. I hope you're enjoying the site! Love to have you join us in the Novelists – Struggling or Not group if you'd like.
Meg Waite Clayton
Moderator, Novelist Group
Bestselling Author of The Four Ms. Bradwells, The Wednesday Sisters, and The Language of Light, a finalist for Barbara Kingsolver's Bellwether Prize
- At 10:20am on August 17, 2011,
Amber Medina West said… Hello,
Welcome to She Writes! We're excited to have you here.
You can check out the Getting Started section to help you find your way around, or a great way to jump in is to get involved with our Groups and Live Chats.
Feel free to let me know if you have any questions!All the best,
Amber Medina West
Volunteer Coordinator
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Also, populating your story with 4 main characters might prove complicated and frustrating for a lot of readers. A novel is not…"
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