Carrie Spencer
CJ Redwine critiques a query letter and kicks off QUERY-palooza!
Welcome C.J. Redwine – fresh from her QUERY-palooza drawing! Dear [Agent’s Name], Roe knew Peace could never last in Terravale, but she never imagined it would end with a sword through her sister’s gut. With [...]
The Form of Romance, or, A Roll in the Hay with Theresa Stevens
Welcome and Merry Christmas to one of my favorite peeps, Theresa Stevens! Today Theresa answers the question – is romance writing formulaic? I recently had the opportunity to visit the Art Institute in Chicago, which [...]
Indy E-publishing Part 2 with NYT Bestseller CJ Lyons
Monday we learned some of the pitfalls to Indy e-pubbing. Today we’re going to learn some of the practicalities and how-tos! Welcome back CJ Lyons! Advice on why and how to self e-publish your books [...]
Indy E-publishing with NYT Bestseller CJ Lyons
If you’re thinking of dipping your toe into the murky waters of Indy e-pubbing – you’re going to want to read this! Help me welcome CJ Lyons! Advice on why and how to self e-publish [...]
Toot Your Horns – Carrie and Robin!
A big “Atta Girl” to Carrie Spencer! Carrie’s entry “Man Overboard” finaled in the single title category of the Valley of the Sun Romance Writers - Hot Prospects contest. Take a bow center stage, Robin Covington! Robin [...]
Favorite Famous Couples by Jo Robertson
Author Jo Robertson is back on the RU campus! Jo’s second book, THE AVENGERS, hit the shelves earlier this month. Today, Jo’s going to talk about her favorite couples. Favorite, Famous Couples by Jo Robertson I’ve [...]
Point of View: Channeling Elvis with Peggy Webb
Elvis, Hound Dogs and Point of View? Stay tuned authors – you’ll want to read this unique take on POV! Don’t forget to check for Peggy Webb’s giveaways too! One of the most important decisions [...]
Summer of Groupies and Gratitude – Wendy Corsi Staub
Wendy Corsi Staub shares her delight at the author’s signings at RWA this past summer! Wendy will also give away autographed copies of her thriller LIVE TO TELL and SCARED TO DEATH, the first two [...]
Don’t Stop Believing! Words to live by – Karin Tabke
Whether you’re the Little Engine that could (I think I can, I think I can) or Dory from Finding Nemo (Just keep swimming) every writer needs a little motivation to make the journey easier. Karin [...]
A Good Editor – Don’t Leave Home Without One – Donnell Bell
Editor schmeditor! In today’s world of self-publishing, do we really need an editor? Donnell Bell is here to tell us – yes, yes we do. It’s an exciting time to be an author. The brass [...]
RU Faculty Blog Highlight
Carrie Spencer, writing romantic comedy and goofy middle-grade, personifies her alter-ego - Smart Ass Romance. Innovative story lines, laugh out loud humor and witty posts separate this Smart Ass from the rest of the mule pack.
