The change in season brings optimism and a surge of motivation. It's been a welcome boost of inspiration for writing my novel. I've made some progress with character development, strengthening the plot, and restructuring the storyline. The post Character Development and Dynamic Scenes – Novel Update appeared first on Raven Books ..read more

Nobody promised you it was going to be quick or easy or straightforward or even fun. You’re learning that it’s slow and challenging and curly and tedious. But you must push through. The post Push Through – A pep talk appeared first on Raven Books ..read more

Stephen King has returned to his familiar style of masterful storytelling in the form of short fiction. If It Bleeds is a collection of four novellas. Key attributes of King's work are the foundation in everyday life and astute observations of the human condition. The post If It Bleeds – Book Review appeared first on Raven Books ..read more

Do you love a good horror story? Then you'll enjoy the Between Lewis and Lovecraft podcast's spooky Halloween special, with listener-submitted stories – including one of my own twisted tales! The post Horror Story Fans, Listen Here appeared first on Raven Books ..read more

Be disturbed by supernatural storytelling, twisted tales and eerie encounters... Here are six sPoOky podcasts to listen to this Halloween! The post 6 sPoOkY Podcasts to Listen to This Halloween appeared first on Raven Books ..read more

Creativity is a curious concept. People can be quick to label themselves as a creative or uncreative person. But what does it really mean to be creative? The post Yes, You ARE a Creative Person appeared first on Raven Books ..read more