Writing Lessons From The Marvel Cinematic Universe

 

This week Danielle Bannister and Tina Moss are continuing their discussion of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. What lessons can writers learn about characters, world building, and writing from this multi-layered franchise.

 

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Happy Thanksgiving!

 

It's been another rough year, no matter where you are in the world. Today, however, is a day to celebrate all that we are grateful for. 

 

It's been almost eleven years since I published my first book. I never dreamed of becoming a writer like so many authors I meet, but it's a gift I'm grateful for. Becoming an author has given me an opportunity to explore, write down, and share the stories that have been in my head for years.

 

When I sat down to write my first story fourteen years ago, I had zero expectations. It was a way to give characters I loved the chance for the happily ever after I felt they deserved. Little did I know that it would open up a whole new world of writing and publishing.

 

The best thing about becoming a published author has been all the wonderful readers I've met along the way. I have some of the best readers who, despite my slow publishing schedule, are anxious for my next book whenever I decide to release it. Thank you all for your support and love of my stories.

 

Make sure you grab a copy of my second chance holiday novella, Tangled In His Embrace, while it's on sale for only 99 cents. 

 

Jax Brooks has made a lot of mistakes in his life, but the only one he regrets is when he walked away from Gabby and their newborn daughter. Now he's back in St. Louis and he's determined to make things right. No matter what it takes.

Having Jax in her life again is both a blessing and a curse for Gabby Lewis. He's gone out of his way to spend time with their daughter, but it's also meant facing some hard truths—like the fact that she's never gotten over him.

Can Jax convince Gabby to give him another chance? Or has he left a hole in her heart too deep to repair?

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Virtual Vs. In-Person Conventions

 

Tina Moss and Marianne Morea are talking all about book conferences on this week's episode of Bound by Books.

 

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Do You Nano?

 

It's November, which for authors means National Novel Writing Month.

 

On this week's Bound by Books Podcast, Danielle Bannister and I are talking all things NaNoWriMo and how we're each approaching writing during the month of November.

 

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What I'm Currently Reading - No Matter What by Erin Nicholas

If you've followed me for a while, then you know Erin Nicholas is one of my go to authors. I've read quite a few of her books and I haven't found one that I didn't like.

 

This week, however, I'm doing something I've never done before...I'm listening to one of her books on audio.

 

No Matter What is a billionaire, single dad, romance. I'm a sucker for a caring single dad and, when done right, the billionaire part can be fun, too.

 

The best doesn’t come cheap…and this time it could cost him his heart.


Handsome billionaire Adam Steele is good. Good at getting his way. If nothing else, money always works—until he realizes he can’t buy his daughter’s way out of her new wheelchair. Three private physical therapists later, he’s almost given up on Emily walking again. Then he meets Dr. Jaden Monroe. And his match.

Feisty physical therapist Jaden Monroe has never met a man quite like Adam. She’s not sure if it’s his I’m-in-charge attitude or the heat in his eyes when he looks at her, but she finds herself wanting to say yes to anything he asks. Like when he asks her to help his daughter walk again. Of course, the million dollars he offers—just enough to finish the pediatric rehab wing Jaden has been working for and dreaming of—is hard to say no to as well.

But Jaden didn’t anticipate a teen whose injuries are more than physical. Or a man so passionate and devoted—and as tenacious as she is. As she and Adam fight their attraction, the only thing harder than keeping her promise will be keeping a hold on her heart.

Warning: Contains heated arguments that erupt only slightly more often than hot kissing, a new perspective on kitchen appliances, and sizzling sex occurring everywhere BUT the bedroom (though they eventually make it there).
 

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I Hit The Halfway Mark!

I've set a goal for myself during the month of November to write 30,000 words. A little over a month in, and I'm on target to reach my goal.

 

That means I'm making some serious progress on Justin and Kim's story. I hit 40K on His Forbidden Kiss over the weekend!

 

To celebrate, I'm sharing a short, unedited, excerpt from the story.

 

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“Broke you, did I?” He smiled. “How’s your breast?” 

Glancing down, she inspected her abused nipple. “Doesn’t look like you broke the skin. I think I’ll survive.” 

“A very good thing as I have plans for these beautiful tits of yours.” He placed a gentle kiss on the red marks surrounding her nipple. 

“Well, if they lead to more orgasms like that one, I won’t object.” She tucked her hands under her head. “I’ve never had so many powerful orgasms before.” 

“You like a little pain with your sex.” 

Kim frowned. “That sounds like it should be a bad thing.” 

Justin rested his hand on her hip, unable to keep from touching her. “Not at all. It’s perfectly normal. Ask the submissives in your group today.” 

“That’s different. They’re in to kinky stuff.” 

Justin’s grin grew bigger. “Baby, I hate to break it to you, but so are you.”

 

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Should Authors Only Write In One Genre?

 

Stay In Your Lane. It's a phrase authors hear a lot, but should an author only write in one genre? That's the topic Hannah Byron and Danielle Bannister tackle in this week's Bound by Books Podcast.

 

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TikTok Is Bringing Authors And Readers Together

 

Are you on TikTok? Thinking about it? In this week's episode of Bound by Books, authors Tina Moss and Hannah Byron are sharing how they use TikTok to connect with readers.

 

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