If author BC Deeks could take a trip of a lifetime, where would she go? Memories of a school project inspire her to plan a journey to the other side of the world from where she grew up. Join her imaginary travels.
Hold the Advice or Live by it?
People must discover things themselves or it just doesn’t stick but that’s not to say we don’t hear some really good advice over the years that we wish we had known and perhaps even listened to.
Literary vs Popular Fiction. How big is the difference really?
The differences between literary and commercial popular fiction were never clear cut and are becoming less so with the emerging publishing landscape. This post looks at how much they have in common and why popular fiction deserves more respect than it often receives.
Ten Ideas for Family Christmas Traditions
Ten suggestions for holiday traditions to start with your family to add continuity to your seasonal celebrations.
Artificial Intelligence – Can You Replace An Author’s Creativity?
Can artificial intelligence replace the human author’s innovation and creativity in writing a fiction novel?
If there’s magic, is it still a mystery?
The current meshing and merging of genres doesn’t mean the old rules no longer apply. A good mystery can still be a solid whodunit even if it happens in outer space.
Animal Friends in Life and Literature
Illustrating the special relationship between humans and animals adds a significant dimension to fictional stories that is just as important as the interactions between the rest of the characters.
Keeping Magical Secrets
Character interviews are usually used to reveal a story character for promotion purposes when fiction book authors have new releases. However, sometimes you can use the technique to incite intrigue and promote reader interest.
Author BC Deeks Can Continue Her Writing and Art with Assistive Technology
Forced to accept that her familial tremors and arthritis had become a disability, author B.C. Deeks began a journey to discover the assistive devices and technology that would give her back her ability to write.
The Lyrics of a Storyteller: Sentence Association and Sequence PODCAST
Sentence sequence and association set the story rhythm. Find out how to use Feelings, Actions and Dialogue in the best order to add impact to your fiction writing. On June 11, 2021 I joined authors Meredith Bond and Pru Warren to discuss the effective use of sentence sequence and association in setting story rhythm and adding impact to your fiction writing.
Authors Read Too! Suggested Reading from Author B.C. Deeks
A running list of suggested reading from author B.C. Deeks, author of heartwarming stories of mystery and magic.
#amCREATING – Filling the Creative Well
Imagination is the beginning of creation…whether you want to create a painting, a novel, or anything else your heart desires. As George Bernard Shaw wisely said, “You imagine what you desire, you will what you imagine and at last you create what you will.” Author B.C. Deeks encourages you to just do it!
Family Traditions in Holiday-themed Books
Learn how I wove family traditions into a holiday-themed novel, entitled, The HOLLY AND THE IVY. It’s a lot of fun to write a holiday themed book. You close your eyes, imagine those sugar plums, listen for the jingle of bells… and start typing. But even in a Christmas book, there has to be conflict or there would be no story at all. Think about it – even Rudolph was being bullied by the other reindeer until he triumphed and became the most famous reindeer of all.
Life is a Mystery
“My life was a mystery even as I lived it.” (Melissa Gilbert) Truth is often stranger than fiction, or at least it is in my life. I seem to have a knack for getting myself caught in unique situations, particularly
Frequently Asked Questions about WRITING
Author BC Deeks answers frequently asked questions about genre fiction writing.
Top 10 Presentation Tips for the Terminally Timid
Most people fear public speaking more than death but that doesn’t mean you can’t give a presentation. Here are ten tips on how to overcome your fear of public speaking.
“Doolittle” Deeks & her Animal Friends
Author BC Deeks contemplates her special affinity with animals and how it influenced her writing.
Anatomy of a Mystery
If you’re interested in hearing about what makes up the bare bones – pun intended – of a successful mystery, Author B.C. Deeks has the answers.
Quotes that INSPIRE me.
My favorite Sayings & Quotes combine to tell you my philosophy for life: I collect my favorite quotes here so that I can re-read them whenever I feel my energy or motivation flagging. Maybe they’ll inspire you too. I credit
Sweet Romance for Real Life Heroines
When I started writing fiction, my stories always began with a dead body and then went on from there. I have to admit I love murder and mayhem, but sometimes the relationship between the hero and heroine has enough magic of
FROST FAMILY SERIES – Finding Carol Falls, Vermont
Creating a Setting for A Frost Family Christmas With the power of the internet, an author can now travel the world looking for a story setting without ever leaving her desk. But that doesn’t mean it isn’t a good idea
Creating THE OTHERLAND
Welcome to THE OTHERLAND. As the creator of this magical dimension, I get to set all the rules. Fortunately, I’m an open-door kind of gal, so come on in. While you’re here, feel free to wander around. I’m just the Gatekeeper