While writing a novel, it is important for an author to focus on aspects of writing, other than the plot or developing the characters. The value of correct punctuation need hardly be emphasized. Incorrect punctuation while writing dialogue confuses the reader. Continue reading “Punctuating Dialogue”
Tag: Blogs
I have always maintained that it is relatively easy to write a novel. It’s far more difficult to edit one! I wonder if you agree with me on this. Editing is not restricted to correcting the typos and checking the punctuation. It’s a time-consuming, concentrated effort to make the book a better, more absorbing read for your readers. After all, the book is meant for them, right? Continue reading “Tips on Editing A Novel”
KG4JVFNS7DZN I came across this useful checklist for writers by Maria Zainab. Many of the points seem obvious but we are guilty of ignoring them in our zeal to pound out more stuff for our readers. Thank you, Maria for this comprehensive list. It will act as an effective reminder for me as I am sure it will for many others.
Today I write about a few blog posts that caught my attention. They were informative to me and added to my knowledge and perspective on topics I would like to follow. The first one was an interview with Barry Eisler in the New York Observer. Mr. Eisler speaks of how he views the future of publishing. Continue reading “What Caught My Attention”
I have started a new blog called “Prem Rao-Stories from a Story Teller” to consolidate all my writing projects in one place. I hope you will drop in and offer your comments/feedback.
I have started a new blog. Do I hear you say “What ! One more?” Yes, it’s one more.
This one is called “Prem Rao: Stories from a Story Teller” and seeks to showcase all my writing projects in one place. Currently they are scattered all over and I felt it would make sense to consolidate them all in one place. Continue reading “Stories from a Story Teller”
They say there is no age bar to be a writer. I can agree most heartily as my debut novel “It Can’t Be You” a psychological thriller was published a few weeks before my 59th birthday. Continue reading “It’s Never Too Late To Write”
There is no end to improvement. The more you read, the more you write. The more you write , the more you improve. Simple enough, isn’t it? In the continuing effort to improve,
Let’s face it. We have all been through it, with varying degrees of success. Some of us have welcomed the new, others have doggedly stuck on to what has served us well for decades. Giving up the old for the new is an experience which is intensely personal. There are no rules.
When it comes to the matter of books, you will hear many different experiences. Each of us have our own preferences. Here is one I particularly liked by Mark O’Connell on the inner conflict between book lover and consumer.
Enjoyed reading Pat Newcombe’s blog post on villains in her Thriller Writers Blog. I am sure you will too, especially if you like the suspense/mystery/thriller genre. This set me thinking on what I would like to see and not see in a villain!
Prem Rao : Stories from a Story Teller 