Muse Online Writers Conference

This will be my second year doing a workshop for the Muse Online Writers Conference. My topic this time is point of view, and my workshop will be on Saturday, October 13.

Mastering Point of View
Are you a head hopper? Can’t decide between first person and third person? Or does the word “omniscient” make you want to run for the hills? Let’s talk point of view. I’ll cover the basics and provide examples to help you figure out what works best for your story. You’ll never be afraid of slipping into the dog’s point of view again—unless you mean it.

There is a whole week of free online workshops, but you have to register by September 3o. It’s all free. Once you register, you can access any of the workshops. So sign up and stop by and chat about point of view! I’ll be posting and responding to comments throughout the day on 10/13. And check out all of the other great workshops while you’re at it!

Who’s your favorite villain?

I’m going to be doing a free online workshop on creating villains with the Muse Online Writers Conference on Friday, October 7:

Creating Villains Your Readers Will Love to Hate: From Darth Vader to Voldemort
Villains are the ones who drive our heroes to achieve their goals. A three-dimensional villain will worm his or her way into your head and make you think. Share some of your favorite bad guys, and I’ll share some tips for breathing life into your book’s antagonist. But beware, the more you like them, the harder it may be to vanquish them.

Did I mention the conference is free? But you have to register by 9/25!

I already know my favorite Thief of Hope villain. Who’s yours?