by raynelacko.com raynelacko.com | May 18, 2010 | Fiction Novel Writing
It was with a great sense of accomplishment that I completed chapter two. I absolutely loved getting in the mind of Mike Hayden, and introducing his thoughts, some of his history, and his pain from the loss of his beloved Camille. My main character, Treva, was...
by raynelacko.com raynelacko.com | May 17, 2010 | For the love of writing
A recent study published by the Cell Press in the May 13 issue of the journal Neuron supports the idea of “a-ha” moments in the brain that are associated with sudden insight. In the words of Albert Einstein, “You can never solve a problem on the...
by raynelacko.com raynelacko.com | May 13, 2010 | Fiction Novel Writing
As I mentioned in Fiction Novel Writing: Chapter Two Begins! my second chapter’s narration springs from the mind of Mike Hayden, Treva’s father and the owner of Hayden Autos, a Southern California used-car dealership boasting mediocre success at best. A man of heart...
by raynelacko.com raynelacko.com | May 13, 2010 | For the love of writing
Last night, my husband and I were discussing the future of blogging. With so many social media outlets–most of which requiring only a sentence or less, did blogging have a future? It’s easy to jump to “yes!”, especially if you are a writer who simply must write, or if...
by raynelacko.com raynelacko.com | May 13, 2010 | Fiction Novel Writing
I am considering a handful of titles for my in-progress fiction novel. Your input is valued! Please vote or suggest your own title! The story is about an Orange County (Southern California) based family. Beginning the day after the mother’s funeral, the first scene ...
