Purple Prose [04/16/12

  • Character Connection

    One of the most common reasons for rejecting a manuscript is when the agent or editor can’t connect with the main character. Sometimes this is subjective; other times it’s not.First you need a multi-dimensional, sympathetic character. Next you need to examine your Motivation Reaction Units (MRU)*. A Motivation can be an action, di…

  1. The Review
  2. Review: The Princess Trio by Mette Ivie Harrison
  3. Giveaway: Shadow Spinner by Susan Fletcher — CLOSED
  4. Enna Isilee's Favorite Fairy Tales +Giveaway
  5. Interview with Eilis O'Neal
  6. Ben's 24 Hour Movie Fest Write-Up!
  7. 4 Reasons Why You Should See Jungle Book (1942) This Weekend
  8. Lost and Found: 8 Diagram Pole Fighter
  9. Friday Five: Atlantic Voyages
  10. The Watching Hour Preview: District B13