Paranormal romance novels are a wide open playground for paranormal romance writers and readers. In my opinion it comes down to the boundless elements available for paranormal romance novels. From science, to telepathy, to mythology, there's a tremendous amount of inspiration and the genre has room for anyone with a vivid imagination and a penchant for spinning a tale.
When I'm starting a new book, or brainstorming a series of ideas, I often look to real world advances in technology -
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Spotlight on World Building!
When a friend showed me this great spoof on the new Old Spice commercials from BYU, it was easy to just appreciate the humorous way to deliver a message. Then she shared the behind the scenes video, and I realized it was a perfect, visual lesson on world building for paranormal romance novels.
First, here’s the final product:
I loved the video, the clever script and the polish of the finished product. Watching this video you can see how the tight angles and the placement of the proverbial spotlight enhances the overall effect of the message. This video makes an impact (and usually makes people smile).
Saturday, September 25, 2010
The Ears of Adopted Greyhounds
Greyhound dogs are members of the sight hounds classification, meaning their vision is fantastic and they lock onto movement - even in the distance. If that movement is intriguing they'll race after whatever it is, no matter the risk. When you plan to adopt greyhound retirees, this single mindedness is one of the first things they warn you about.
(So always keep your greyhound in a safe, fenced area or on a leash.)
Naturally, greyhound eyes are expressive, but for sight hounds, adopted gre
(So always keep your greyhound in a safe, fenced area or on a leash.)
Naturally, greyhound eyes are expressive, but for sight hounds, adopted gre
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Defining the Alpha Female For Paranormal Romance
The alpha female runs the show right? Maybe, but I don't believe having an alpha female lead in a paranormal romance means the other characters can be flat. Think about the 'take charge' people in your world. Would they be amused or suffer bouts of despair to be surrounded by 'yes men' at every turn?
My very first seriously kick-butt-take-no-prisoners alpha female, Jaden Michaels (Justice Incarnate) would've been even more irritable if the people around her simply agreed to everything she sai
My very first seriously kick-butt-take-no-prisoners alpha female, Jaden Michaels (Justice Incarnate) would've been even more irritable if the people around her simply agreed to everything she sai
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Community Strength in World Building for Paranormal Romance Novels
I saw this quote "Knowledge is power, community is strength and positive attitude is everything." from Lance Armstrong.
Immediately I thought how apropos for world building! Next I wondered why I'm on a Lance kick, but since there are worse habits to have, I didn't spend a lot of time analyzing it.
Applying that quote to world building for a paranormal romance novel felt as natural as breathing. When you're creating a world with new rules, uniquely talented characters, or fresh twists on
Immediately I thought how apropos for world building! Next I wondered why I'm on a Lance kick, but since there are worse habits to have, I didn't spend a lot of time analyzing it.
Applying that quote to world building for a paranormal romance novel felt as natural as breathing. When you're creating a world with new rules, uniquely talented characters, or fresh twists on
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