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Episode 135: Writing historically inspired fiction with Landis Wade

by Connie B. Dowell
February 18, 2022February 18, 2022

They say truth is stranger than fiction, so is it any wonder that history can inspire great fictional stories? In this episode, I chat with fellow mystery writer and podcaster Landis Wade about his historically inspired mystery, and about researching… Read More »

Episode 71: Research for Writing with Stacy Juba

by Connie B. Dowell
September 30, 2020September 30, 2020

Have you ridden a horse for a novel? Shot target practice? Pored over old maps? There are many ways to do your research so your scenes feel realistic and believable. Today’s episode is on research for writing with Stacy Juba,… Read More »

Episode 21: Writing Police and Crime with Patrick O’Donnell

by Connie B. Dowell
September 18, 2019

I’m back from my break and hard at work on the final details of Writing Without Childcare which is launching very soon! I’m also thoroughly enjoying my weekly three hour break from 24/7 parenting now both kids have a morning… Read More »

Writing about Neil Armstrong with Rinda Beach

by Connie B. Dowell
July 17, 2019July 16, 2019

Hi, folks! It’s one week and a day until moving stage 1 (getting me and the kids out to Steve’s folks before the house is emptied), so it’s all chaos over here! But just in time for the 50th anniversary… Read More »