Tag Archives: novel writing

Lunar New Year!

Posted on March 3, 2013 by

I’m a little late, but I wish you all a very happy, healthy and prosperous Year of the Snake! May your creative endeavors be fruitful.

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A Guide to getting more readers

I recently got an email from a friend who’s just getting started using social media to reach out to new audiences. In replying to her, I thought perhaps some of you might find my reply helpful. I offer it up … Continue reading →

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My writing process part 2 | On overcoming writer’s block

Posted on January 3, 2013 by

As anyone who has participated in National Novel Writing Month knows, starting a novel is great. It’s easy. You have ideas. There are no roadblocks or issues with your characters, your plotting or your continuity. But a few pages in … Continue reading →

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Reader comments on Stillness in the Garden

Posted on December 28, 2012 by

This one’s special… My brother, a man of few words, sent me this message: “I just finished reading your book, good story.” Thanks, Jim!

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My writing process. Post 1

Posted on December 26, 2012 by

I titled this “Post 1″ because I imagine I will not remember everything and/or I will have too much to say and cut this post off at some point. For me, the first step in creating a new novel (poem … Continue reading →

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100 Words of Encouragement for Writers

Posted on December 7, 2012 by

If you’re struggling with your writing, I have good news. That means you ARE writing, which is the first and hardest step. Here are two tips: The first is to simply skip the hard part. Move on to the next … Continue reading →

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Readers love STILLNESS IN THE GARDEN

Posted on August 11, 2012 by

Just finished your book, LOVED IT! Great read, keep writing, you are REALLY good at it! — Cindy M. I love a good mystery and yours kept me reading and held my interest until the end. — Harriet S. enjoying … Continue reading →

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Love it! : ) An unsolicited reader review of Stillness in the Garden

Posted on July 23, 2012 by

Dear Diann, I throughly enjoyed your “Stillness in the Garden” Very detailed with an engaging story line: twists and turns of teenage life behind private gates, a woman’s questioning her longing for a past relationship, all woven through two murders. … Continue reading →

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Dog show victory

Posted on July 17, 2012 by

In addition to writing at work and for fun, I sometimes write about my dogs. I have a rare breed, curly-coated retrievers, that often make an appearance in my novels. The latest issue of Showsight magazine, just published, has a … Continue reading →

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More reader comments

Posted on July 11, 2012 by

More reader comments on Stillness in the Garden: “Can anyone tell me why, whilst reading Stillness In The Garden, by Diann Tongco, I have Blue Oyster Cult’s ‘Don’t Fear The Reaper’ running thru my head. Diann…any ideas??” – Suzanne M. … Continue reading →

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