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My Approach to Writing Novels

Posted on January 19, 2021 4:21 am GMT+0000 by bidinotto

There are many approaches to writing a novel, and no “one right way.” As I write my fourth novel, I thought I’d share my views about this topic, since many readers are curious about how writers do what they do. Continue reading →

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Writing Challenges

Posted on May 10, 2016 4:00 pm GMT+0000 by bidinotto

Before I began to create fiction, I anticipated that the hardest thing for me would be writing believable dialogue and — for this series of novels — creating a credible romance between Dylan Hunter and Annie Woods. I worried about … Continue reading →

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Interview with Mark Dawson — Hot-Selling UK Thriller Master

Posted on August 18, 2015 2:22 am GMT+0000 by bidinotto

  Prolific UK writer Mark Dawson is the bestselling author of the John Milton, Beatrix Rose, Isabella Rose, and Soho Noir thriller series. He’s currently ranked among the top 50 hottest-selling “Mystery, Thriller, & Suspense” authors on Amazon, and his … Continue reading →

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Interview with John Clarkson — Author of Crime Thrillers

Posted on August 4, 2015 7:16 am GMT+0000 by bidinotto

  Back in the 1990s, browsing in a bookstore, I happened upon an intriguing-looking thriller titled And Justice for One, written by some fellow named John Clarkson. The back cover copy opened with an irresistible teaser: “If someone you loved was the … Continue reading →

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How I Write Fiction — A Talk

Posted on April 17, 2015 5:38 am GMT+0000 by bidinotto

In this videotaped talk, recorded on April 16, 2015 at the Grasonville, Maryland, Senior Center, I discussed the art and craft of storytelling with a local audience of avid readers and budding writers. I addressed such questions as: * Why … Continue reading →

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A Candid Explanation of An Author’s Motive

Posted on January 26, 2015 2:05 am GMT+0000 by bidinotto

  “I want to write about people I love, and put them into a fictional world spun out of my own mind, not the world we actually have, because the world we actually have does not meet my standards.” — … Continue reading →

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Interview with Steven Konkoly — Writer of Post-Apocalyptic Thrillers

Posted on December 11, 2014 11:18 pm GMT+0000 by bidinotto

  Whenever I write fictional scenes featuring “special ops” personnel or exotic military hardware, I have to consult and rely on actual experts. Thriller writer Steven Konkoly doesn’t have to. That’s because he is such an expert. Steven graduated from … Continue reading →

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Interview with Wayne Stinnett — Bestselling Adventure Novelist

Posted on November 3, 2014 2:11 am GMT+0000 by bidinotto

The Self-Publishing Revolution has produced a lot of rags-to-riches stories. One of the most recent and inspiring is the success story of Wayne Stinnett. Reviewers are comparing Stinnett and his nautical protagonist Jesse McDermitt to the likes of author Clive … Continue reading →

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Interview with Tim Stevens — Master of Action Thrillers

Posted on October 25, 2014 6:28 am GMT+0000 by bidinotto

  British novelist Tim Stevens is described in reviews as “one of the best writers of thrillers working today” and “the new master of the genre.” Even though he began publishing only about four years ago, Tim already is the … Continue reading →

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Helpful Links for Authors

Posted on July 8, 2014 5:26 pm GMT+0000 by bidinotto

  I am constantly approached by authors — especially those contemplating self-publishing — with requests for how-to information about writing and publishing. That includes questions about resources, such as lists of cover artists, editors, proofreaders, where to buy ISBNs, etc. … Continue reading →

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