For all those captivated by the art of romance writing. . .
This blog serves as your portal into the enchanting world of Karlene Cameron Books, providing you with intriguing backstories that breathe life into the celebrated books. Immerse yourself in the intricate weaves of dream, passion, and enchantment, as Karlene shares the inspiration behind her beguiling characters and poignant narratives.
The blog also offers much more than just a behind-the-scenes glimpse. Aspiring authors and seasoned writers alike will discover invaluable insights as we delve into the practical side of the literary world. From crafting compelling storylines to navigating the path to publication, these posts are designed to guide, inspire, and empower. Whether you’re a romance novel enthusiast or an aspiring author, this blog is your gateway to the heart of romance writing.
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Deleted Prologue from Dark Awakening
The young auburn-haired beauty had a good idea how this day would end. She was, after all, new and different and powerful.
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3 Ways to Develop Believable Characters That Pull Readers In
Whether you are writing a romance novel or an out-of-this-world interstellar space odyssey, your characters are always the most important part of your story. Learn 3 ways to develop believable characters that pull readers in.
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3 Ways to Balance Marketing Your Book and Writing Your Next Novel
Marketing your novel doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. Learn which marketing tools and tactics are essential to stand out in today’s crowded marketplace.
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Backstory: Episode 4, Nicolas LaFelle
Read more about the sub-societal struggle against the New World Order’s autocracy in Dark Awakening’s latest back story episode: Nicolas LaFelle.
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Writing a Love Story—3 Rules You Shouldn’t Break!
Writing a love story is a lesson in capturing the spirit of life and love. It should be messy, brilliant, full of highs and lows. Read 3 tips for creating a breath taking love story that leaves your readers wanting more.
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Candy Crush is my DOC: Why your best ideas happen when you’re distracted and relaxed.
According to the Scientific American, “Insight problems involve thinking outside the box.” So if you need to open your mind to alternative approaches, you are better off doing that when your “filter is not so functional.”
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Dark Awakening Backstory: The Car Accident, Episode 3
Caitriona gasped as she was thrown forward, the seat belt cutting into her flesh. She heard a horrendous metal-on-metal grinding. She screamed as the car began to roll. Her head whipped back unmercifully, and she felt something hard slam into her legs and chest. She screamed again, the sound mixing with her mother’s and Danika.…
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The Hardest Part is Getting Started
If you’re doing something for all the wrong reasons, you will likely never reach your goal. Successful people don’t have more luck, they simply have more passion and conviction for what they want to accomplish. They never take their eyes off the goal. They work hard. They persevere. They challenge the norms and stand by…
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Dark Awakening Backstory: Episode 2, Lenore Hoffman
Caitriona’s scream pierced the still night as she struggled to pull air into her lungs. Her eyes searched the shadows in her room, furtively hunting for the tattooed man she knew was coming to kill her. Her night clothes clung to her as sweat dotted her brow and caused her usual wavy locks to cling…
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5 Ways Romance Writers Can Overcome Writer’s Block
Anyone who writes on a regular basis has fallen prey to writer’s block. A head that was full of story plots and character development details one day can quickly turn to mush the next. I’ve discovered there’s really only two options when this happens: set your work aside and hope for inspiration or tackle writer’s…
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Dark Awakening: Backstory, Episode 1
Duncan MacKinnon stared at the computer screen and the beautiful red-head who stared back at him with perfectly lashed, emerald-green eyes. He’d looked at her image thousands of times and always came back to the same place. How could he destroy this woman’s life?
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3 (Money Making) Reasons Every Author Needs a Website
You don’t need to be a webmaster to build and manage your author website. Find out why an author website is critical to driving sales.