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A Post For New Writers: The Proper Use of Backstory

Posted on August 28, 2014 by Ruth Ann Nordin

In my opinion, backstory is one of the hardest things to figure out when you’re starting out.  There’s a temptation to mention everything to the reader right away.  Part of this stems from figuring out who the characters are as … Continue reading →

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Whose Backstory Would You Like To Read?

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Ruth Ann Nordin

I’m finding it’s fun to create backstories for the characters in my books.  Some will be longer than others, naturally.  It kind of depends on the characters the situations they’re in (and how those situations line up with books they’re … Continue reading →

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