Tag Archives: foreshadowing

Monday Advice from Agents and Editors: Show me the reason why

Posted on August 31, 2015 by Donna Maloy, Author

Have you ever watched a really awful horror movie and wanted to scream at the protagonist–the one who chooses to go down alone into a dark cellar full of moaning and whimpering instead of calling 911–“Why on earth do you … Continue reading →

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The Aha! Moment

Posted on August 4, 2012 by Donna Maloy, Author

There are two kinds of Aha! moments that fill me up with happiness. As a writer, I am over the moon when I suddenly break through the barrier that’s been holding me back and can see clear through a sticky … Continue reading →

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