OPTIONAL January 4th IWSG Question: What writing rule do you wish you'd never heard?
Reminder: The questions are optional and meant as a prompt if you struggle with what to post. You don't have to answer a question if you don't want to. :)
At the end of every year I like to provide links and summaries to some of my favorite posts that I shared on my blog. These posts are the ones that got a lot of engagement from readers or was one that I particularly liked because of the information it offered, or because it was simply fun.
Enjoy!
Reminder: The questions are optional and meant as a prompt if you struggle with what to post. You don't have to answer a question if you don't want to. :)
At the end of every year I like to provide links and summaries to some of my favorite posts that I shared on my blog. These posts are the ones that got a lot of engagement from readers or was one that I particularly liked because of the information it offered, or because it was simply fun.
Enjoy!
The best blog post from Write with Fey 2016:
Writing About:
1. A Hostage – A list of things to consider when writing about a character who is a hostage.
2. A Tsunami – This is the disaster for Book 3 of my Disaster
Crimes series, and it was the hardest Writing About post I’ve ever had to
write.
3. Oahu, Hawaii – Tsunami Crimes is set in Hawaii, so I shared 10
things I learned about Hawaii while writing this book.
4. Wrestlers – The most fun characters I’ve ever written
about were wrestlers, because I really got to be creative with their looks and
names.
5. Domestic Violence Awareness – I created this post to create
awareness for domestic violence. I share warning signs and talk about the
different kinds of abuse.
6. Zombies – In this post I shared do’s and dont’s that
zombie fans say can make or break a zombie book.
7. Stalkers – Stalkers are scary. I share tips to remember
if you ever write a story about a character being stalked.
8. Blizzards – What do you need to know if you write about a
blizzard? I offer 10 pointers.
9. Wildfire – I’ve experienced wildfire. In this post, I
share my memories of this disaster.
10. Halloween – This is my favorite holiday! I couldn’t
resist delving into this day with all of its fun. A story set during Halloween
should incorporate at least one of the things I highlight in this post.
Character ER:
1. Body Language – To add depth to a character’s actions and emotions, include body language.
2. Diet and Food – We don’t often think about a character’s diet, but so many people in real life eat special diets.
3. Flaws, Fear, and Weaknesses – Make your characters
realistic by giving them flaws, fears, and weaknesses.
5. Your Character's Pain – We experience physical and emotional pain more often than we’d like. Our characters should experience pain as well.
Marketing:
2. How to Create a Website – All writers should consider having a website. I provide a list of items that all author websites should have.
5. Instagram for Writers - 20 Instagram Ideas – Writers can get creative with marketing their books and sharing their writing process on this app.
6. How to Create a Newsletter – A step-by-step guide to creating a newsletter and getting subscribers. Includes a FREE pdf.
Other:
1. Harry Potter Wand Art Project – Do your kids love Harry
Potter? Help them make their own wands!
2. Turtle Bread Recipe – This is a bread in the shape of a
turtle. It’s yummy, and it’s fun to bake with kids.
3. Pine Cone Ornaments – Use these natural decorations as
ornaments around your house or for your Christmas tree.
4. You Might be A Bully If – A list of things that bullies do. If you do any of these, vow to make a change today.
5. I f I were a Mobster – This was my first ever blogfest for 30 Seconds Before. Participants got to turn themselves into Mobsters. It was fun.
6. Homemade Dog Treats Recipe – Last year, I made dog treats for all of my families’ dogs, and they were a hit.
A big thanks to everyone who visits, follows, and comments on my blog. I do all of this for you! Next year, my blog is going to change significantly. There won't be any more posts about writing, publishing, or marketing. But a couple of my monthly planned posts can still help writers. I hope you'll stick around to see what I have in store. :)
Happy Holidays!
XOXO,
Chrys Fey
I SURVIVED! BLOG HOP
When? January 20th
Where? On your blog!
Prompt:
"This is Chrys Fey reporting for Disaster 5 News. I am in [location of your choosing] where a tsunami hit yesterday morning. I have [your name] with me, a survivor of the tsunami. [Your name], can you tell our viewers what happened, and how you survived?"
[Your Story]
Details: Every post will begin with the intro above. What will follow is your made-up story. It can be fantastical and wild or realistic. The goal is to make this fun. :) You can create a flash fiction piece or write a paragraph. You can even create a back-and-forth interview. Be creative!
Note: Every post will include the blurb, cover art, and links for TSUNAMI CRIMES and a series sale announcement, which I'll provide.
I SURVIVED! Blogfest