by amiemccracken | Dec 25, 2012 | books, reading
Of all the goals I attempted to complete this year, I wanted to read more classic books. I typically pick one up every few modern books. So I decided to join in on a challenge to read seven classics. I got through four of them. This is my wrap up: My list: These have...
by amiemccracken | Dec 13, 2012 | about me, writing
I had the express privilege of traveling to Devon England for a writing retreat in November. It was hosted by Charlie at Urban Writers’ Retreat. She spent the whole week overfeeding us with cake and vegetables and tea. The cottage was something out of Jane...
by amiemccracken | Dec 11, 2012 | book review, books, reading, writing
Show and Tell in a Nutshell by Jessica Bell is a writing craft book that is practical. Jessica shows the reader how to show in a very practical and dynamic way. She gives examples of telling and then switches them right around to showing. She also provides exercises...
by amiemccracken | Dec 6, 2012 | book review, books, reading
Wright for America by Robin Lamont is a thriller and a political statement and a personal story all wrapped up in one. The reader follows a radio host who is full of himself, a young actress sticking up for her twin brother, and an FBI agent who has fallen in love...
by amiemccracken | Dec 4, 2012 | books, writing
Click to add me to Goodreads!Have you been told there’s a little too much telling in your novel? Want to remedy it? Then this is the book for you!In Show & Tell in a Nutshell: Demonstrated Transitions from Telling to Showing you will find sixteen real...
