Selane
I'm a novelist, freelance writer and editor. Writing Belle is my website, and I like to host giveaways, authors, and talk about writing. I'm also a contributor at NA Alley. My debut NA/YA novel is going to be released in 2013!
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Writing Belle
http://writingbelle.blogspot.com/
Author Website of New Adult/Young Adult author Summer Lane. Giveaways, interviews, writing and more!
LATEST ARTICLES ( 642 )
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dEaDINBURGH: An Interview with Zombie Writer Mark Wilson
Let's face it: zombies are everywhere. From scary shows like The Walking Dead to bestselling novels like World War Z by Max Brooks, the smelly, limping,... Read more
Posted on 28 February 2014 BOOKS, CREATIVITY -
Writer's Notebook: Cause and Effect
Sometimes I find that the best inspiration for Writing Belle comes from children! When I teach, I always go back to the basics of writing. Once you understand... Read more
Posted on 24 February 2014 BOOKS, CREATIVITY -
How To: Editing Tips & Tricks
Any writer will tell you that the real challenge of writing a book is not necessarily penning the first draft - it's editing it. You see, the truth about writin... Read more
Posted on 19 February 2014 CREATIVITY -
Valentine's Day? So Many Types of Love!
In the world of writing, love is a very strong theme. And I'm not talking about just romantic love. Love is, in my opinion, the most powerful driving force... Read more
Posted on 14 February 2014 BOOKS, CREATIVITY -
Release Day: The Dividing Line, by Victoria Smith
The Dividing LineSYNOPSIS:A new love and a new life.Drake left Chicago with little more than the clothes on his back to be with his girlfriend Lacey. Read more
Posted on 09 February 2014 BOOKS, CREATIVITY -
Interview with Young Adult Author Heather Demetrios (A Clovis, CA Graduate)
Like all authors, the story of how Heather Demetrios achieved her dream of publication is an interesting one. Heather, who went to Clovis High and graduated her... Read more
Posted on 06 February 2014 BOOKS, CREATIVITY -
EXERCISE (your Writing Skills)
You know what they say. Don't use it? You'll lose it. This is most commonly said to those who want to stay in shape physically. That's right. Read more
Posted on 04 February 2014 BOOKS, CREATIVITY -
The Most COMMONLY Asked Questions About The Collapse Series
For any author, an interesting part of selling books is that there are always certain questions that readers frequently ask. Chief among them are when is the... Read more
Posted on 31 January 2014 BOOKS, CREATIVITY -
How To: Give Your Characters PERSONALITY
Last week I was teaching some younger students of mine how to infuse their written characters with personality. I do this with an exercise called... Read more
Posted on 28 January 2014 BOOKS, CREATIVITY -
STATE OF REBELLION Releases TODAY!!!!
It's here! State of Rebellion is now officially released into the world. This is the third book in my bestselling series, and I am SO incredibly thankful and... Read more
Posted on 24 January 2014 BOOKS, CREATIVITY -
State of Rebellion Official Trailer!
Here it is! The official trailer for State of Rebellion, releasing THIS FRIDAY! Cupcakes for everyone! (Be sure to add State of Rebellion to your To-Read-List o... Read more
Posted on 22 January 2014 BOOKS, CREATIVITY -
Throwing Out the Naysayers
Naysayers. They occasionally pop up in life. Some people are fortunate enough to avoid ever coming across them, but others...well. Negative folks have a tendenc... Read more
Posted on 20 January 2014 BOOKS, CREATIVITY -
A Grimm Legacy by Janna Jennings: Cover Reveal
Title: A Grimm Legacy Publisher: Patchwork Press Series: Book 1 of the Grimm Tales Cover Design: Erica Crouch Release: October 2013 (This is a redesigned cover! Read more
Posted on 17 January 2014 BOOKS, CREATIVITY -
ORENDA - YA Fantasy by Ruth Silver
Title: OrendaAuthor: Ruth SilverExpected Publication: Spring 2014Publisher: Patchwork PressGenre: YA, FantasyCover Design: Erica Crouch Synopsis:A sword wieldin... Read more
Posted on 14 January 2014 BOOKS, CREATIVITY -
Beautiful Justice Trilogy - Talking with Author Dawn Dyson
Welcome to 2014. To start off the New Year, Dawn Dyson, the author of the Beautiful Justice Trilogy, is visiting with us. Dawn writes edgy Christian fiction, an... Read more
Posted on 07 January 2014 BOOKS, CREATIVITY -
Happy New Year! All About State of Rebellion!
Coming VERY soon!It's a brand new year. I can barely wrap my head around the idea that it's been ONE year since I released State of Emergency (Collapse Series... Read more
Posted on 02 January 2014 BOOKS, CREATIVITY -
Merry Christmas from Writing Belle
Merry Christmas! Here's to wishing you a wonderful, fabulous, amazing, once-in-a-lifetime holiday season! Stay safe over the holidays and be sure to read lots o... Read more
Posted on 24 December 2013 BOOKS, CREATIVITY -
Barriers to International eBook Sales: Guest Post by Tara Maya
Tara Maya is the author of The Unfinished Song (Book 1): Initiate, an epic fantasy for young adults. She has a successful blog/website, and is one of those... Read more
Posted on 20 December 2013 BOOKS, CREATIVITY -
Cover Reveal for STATE OF REBELLION (and Release Day Sign-ups)
Title: State of Rebellion Series: Collapse Series #3 Author: Summer Lane Release Date: January 24th, 2014 Publisher: WBP Synopsis: Everything has changed. Read more
Posted on 16 December 2013 BOOKS, CREATIVITY -
Christmastime for The Collapse Series: 99 Cent Sale!
Hear that? It's the sound of Christmas. Well. That and the sound of overcrowded malls, packed parking lots and empty wallets being opened. Read more
Posted on 09 December 2013 BOOKS, CREATIVITY