I sat down to write an article, and I thought...what's more fun, a serious
article about writing or an acrostic that can tell the story all on its own?
Well, we're going for the (extended) acrostic. What does every author strive to
do? Hook the readers! And what does it take to hook the readers? Here's your
answer:
Always remembering that you write to excite the reader
Gladly giving up your "me time" for writing time
Read as much as you write, to keep your authoring skills honed
Evaluating every word that hits the published page for its merit
Actively seeking out new plots and subplots so your readers don't get
bored
Talking with readers (hopefully often), to keep abreast of what they want
in a story
Pushing your creativity beyond the limits as you see them
Leaving no plot unturned
Opening new worlds for your readers, pushing them past their comfort
levels
Treating each new manuscript as if it is not worthy of your readers' eyes
until it is refined, polished, and perfect
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Melissa Foster is the
award-winning author of three International bestselling novels, MEGAN'S WAY, CHASING AMANDA, and
COME BACK TO ME. She has
also been published in Indie Chicks, and anthology. She is the founder of the Women's Nest, a social
and support community for women, and the WoMen's Literary Cafe, a
cross-promotional site for authors, reviewers, bloggers, and readers. Melissa is
currently collaborating in the film production of MEGAN'S WAY, and hard at work
on her next novel.
Melissa hosts an annual Aspiring Authors contest for children, she's written for
Calgary's Child Magazine and Women Business Owners Magazine, and has painted and
donated several murals to The Hospital for Sick Children in Washington, DC.
Melissa lives in Maryland with her family. Melissa's interests include her
family, reading, writing, painting, friends, helping women see the positive side
of life, and visiting Cape Cod.
Visit Melissa on The Women's Nest or her personal website. Melissa enjoys
discussing her books with book clubs and reader groups, and welcomes an
invitation to your event.
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8 comments posted.
That was a very clever post!! I'm sure that I'm going to love your book, since it's on my TBR list. I love the cover. The artist did a great job on it. Have a wonderful Christmas, and a Happy and Healthy New Year!!
(Peggy Roberson 9:22am December 21, 2011)
Clever. I just got through reading "Chasing Amanda". Wow, what an amazing "PLOT". I literally could not put it down. Have a nice holiday!!
(Vicki Hancock 11:35am December 21, 2011)
While taking a creative writing course, I penned an acrostic poem. The first letter in each line was bold and spelled out the acrostic. It's hard to match the word to the specified letter to make sense with each line.
(Alyson Widen 4:48pm December 21, 2011)
I have not had the opportunity to read any of your books before, but your article caught my attention. I am in awe of all that you do with your community involvement. I look forward to reading your new book.
(Robin McKay 7:01pm December 21, 2011)