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by seeleyjames
February 13th, 2020, 5:07 pm
Forum: Nominate Your Query or First Page for a Critique on the Blog
Topic: NEW - Nominate Your First Page for a Critique on the Blog
Replies: 208
Views: 179653

Re: NEW - Nominate Your First Page for a Critique on the Blog

Title: Death and Betrayal Genre: Action-Adventure The man they call Ra took a deep breath and tamped down his growing agitation without betraying his emotions. The general controlled a good deal of money. Ra could put up with the general’s emissary a while longer. Ra said, “We’re talking about an au...
by seeleyjames
October 28th, 2012, 8:28 pm
Forum: Writing
Topic: How many Characters do you have?
Replies: 34
Views: 23006

Re: How many Characters do you have?

You should have as many characters as you have roles that interest readers. They should all have last names and back stories, none of which should be revealed unless a specific action requires it.

Peace, Seeley
by seeleyjames
August 24th, 2012, 6:45 pm
Forum: Writing
Topic: Looking to change the world (thrillers anyway)
Replies: 4
Views: 2106

Re: Looking to change the world (thrillers anyway)

polymath, I'm not sure I understand your reply. I am looking to create a woman leader. I know there are many good female characters, but they're usually below the glass ceiling. Hillsy, not my intention. I thought a link would allow for more information if desired instead of posting a lot more info....
by seeleyjames
August 21st, 2012, 1:41 pm
Forum: Writing
Topic: Looking to change the world (thrillers anyway)
Replies: 4
Views: 2106

Looking to change the world (thrillers anyway)

I've read Nathan's blog for ages and somehow missed that there was a forum until today. My already-high opinion of Nathan went higher yet. But that makes me new, so I don't know anyone and will apologize in advance if this post is in the wrong place. I'm looking for a little help/advice regarding my...