Fantasy Casting a Novel
We all do it. Whether reading or writing we will see a picture in our head of what that character looks like. More often than not the...
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Cynthia Vespia
Fantasy novels with edge
- Apr 26
- 3 min
On Writing A Fantasy Story
My latest novel Rayna the Dragonslayer is an exciting fantasy adventure story and the first book in my A Time of Dragons series. It's...
- Feb 4
- 2 min
Meet the Hero from A Time of Dragons
As authors we often write characters that embody characteristics of people we know or of what we aspire to be like. Mine are a mix of...
- Dec 11, 2022
- 3 min
New Year, New Cover
The new year is upon us and everything old is new again. In this blog I'll be touching on how an updated cover on an older book can give...
- Sep 25, 2022
- 2 min
Exploring Villains: Hannibal Lecter
I've always said that a well-written villain is equally as important to the hero. Villains should have as much personality, background,...
- Aug 15, 2022
- 3 min
Exploring Anti-Heroes
What is an anti-hero? In the simplest terms, an anti-hero is the protagonist of a story but they go about their business in a more...
- Mar 17, 2022
- 3 min
Can a book trilogy be lucky?
A couple years back I wrote a contemporary fantasy novel called Lucky Sevens that was well-received by most readers and critics. The only...
- Nov 11, 2021
- 6 min
Creating Character Chemistry
When the TV series Castle first came out I didn't give it a second thought. Over the years I heard good things about it and my interest...
- Aug 19, 2021
- 3 min
Finish That First Draft!
Earlier this year I started writing the 2nd book in my Vegas Vendettas contemporary fantasy series. The series itself was never meant to...
- Jun 20, 2021
- 4 min
Where to Find Writing Inspiration
As authors we don't have the freedom to wait for the Muse to strike. Sometimes the words flow, and other times you need to find something...
- May 18, 2021
- 3 min
Creating Character Impact
What is it that makes a series of novels flourish? How does a TV series manage to go on for 10 seasons or more? A lot of creative...
- May 10, 2021
- 1 min
Join the Casino Empire!
Sounds like I'm inviting you to the latest online gambling experience and in a way I am. Casino Empire is part of my new Vegas Vendettas...
- Apr 5, 2021
- 3 min
How Novels are Like Professional Wrestling
The biggest pro wrestling event of the year, WrestleMania It is a chance for fans all around the world to converge on the host city to...
- Jan 30, 2021
- 2 min
Karma lands number one on Amazon
Let me start by saying I've been at this writing thing for many many years now. So when I reach a milestone whether big or small it is...
- Jan 29, 2021
- 3 min
Khaos Book Excerpt and Sale
A four-year journey has come to a close with the launch of KHAOS, the final book in my superhero urban fantasy series, Silke's Strike...
- Oct 14, 2020
- 2 min
What You Can Learn From Writing Your First Draft
As authors we have alot of personal revelations while writing. I thought Id share a few of them with you through my 1st Draft Diary...
- Sep 8, 2020
- 3 min
Superhero Urban Fantasy Series Silke's Strike Force Launches
My superhero/urban fantasy series Silke's Strike Force is launching this fall! Starting with the origin story of Karma and how Silke gets...
- Jul 20, 2020
- 3 min
Revisiting Characters Years Later
There is a wonderful series on Youtube Red (soon to be on Netflix) called Cobra Kai. For those who don't know, Cobra Kai is a follow-up...
- Jun 22, 2020
- 4 min
How to Start Writing Again After A Long Break
I know a lot of writers have moments in life when something happens to sidetrack your progress. When this happens it can really be difficult
- Jun 8, 2020
- 4 min
Naming Characters
The time has come to unveil why the lead character of my urban fantasy/superhero series (available on Amazon) is named Silke Butters....
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