APRIL DAVILA
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142 OSTRICHES
Set against the unexpected splendor of an ostrich ranch in the California desert, April Dávila’s beautifully written debut conjures an absorbing and compelling heroine in a story of courage, family and forgiveness.
“A vivid, uplifting debut...”
—Publishers Weekly
Recent Blog Posts
When A Story Is Too Fresh
Trying to write a story too fresh in your mind can often make a writer feel like there’s something wrong with them.
Writers Who Run Retreat
I’m writing this week from the shores of Lake Junaluska near Asheville, North Carolina. I’m teaching at the Writers Who Run Retreat and today is our second full day. Each […]
Color Coding Scrivener
Color coding Scrivener is one of my favorite little writerly tricks. It’s just so freaking handy. Here’s how it works. In the binder of your project simply right-click on any item […]
Interview Poet Dr. Deborah Bayer
I particularly like Dr. Bayer’s poems for their insight into the mind of a physician. Enjoy this interview with poet Deborah Bayer.
The Power of Community: Why Writers Thrive Together
Writers thrive when they are part of a supportive and engaging community that provides support, inspiration, opportunities, and more.
Fiction Makes Travel More Delicious
When we travel, fiction allows us to immerse ourselves in the local culture, landscapes, and historical context.
Make Your Characters Want Something
I have finally come to truly understand a piece of critical writing advice: Make your characters want something.
Writing Flashbacks
Today I want to talk through some of the nuts and bolts of writing flashbacks well: be consistent and clear in your use of tense.
Flashback vs Memory
Both flashback and memory involve a character revisiting a past event, but there are some key differences between the two.
Flashbacks Part 1: Why Use Them?
Flashbacks can be a powerful tool in fiction writing, but it’s important to understand why to use flashbacks and how to write them.