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By: Mitchy

Mitchy — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 22:24:05 +0000

Woah. Loved this post. I totally agree about the description and stuff… when I am reading a presents… I love the dialog between the characters… and I usually skim over really long descriptions if any. lol.

yay.

This is exciting. =)

Jennie, I saw your Dec. Book and it seems so interesting. I am about to order it on line as soon as I decide which others I want to order with it. I totally read the excerpt and was like… woah… need to buy!

By: Annie West

Annie West — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 20:49:20 +0000

Sandra – I agree – wow! I’m giggling here as I’m thinking of printing Tessa’s advice and putting it near my computer. All the points are what I strive for but sometimes it’s nice to have a succinct reminder just to keep me on track!

Annie

By: AnneMarie

AnneMarie — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 20:03:35 +0000

What a fantastic opportunity and wonderful advice. Thank you so much. I can’t wait~
AnneMarie Roberts

By: Charlene Teglia

Charlene Teglia — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 17:11:21 +0000

I’m loving this! Fabulous advice.

By: Jennie Lucas

Jennie Lucas — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 16:09:58 +0000

I agree with Sandra and Claudia–what a great checklist! As a new Presents writer, I definitely enjoyed getting the inside scoop. Especially the bit about what *not* to do!

I’m looking forward to reading more!

Jennie

By: Claudia Cole

Claudia Cole — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 15:32:56 +0000

I couldn’t agree more Sandra, it is an incredible opportunity. I’m so excited I can’t wait to hear more about it.

Thanks Tessa.

Claudia.

By: Sandra Marton

Sandra Marton — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 15:17:22 +0000

Wow! I know that’s not the most articulate comment in the world but it sums up my reaction to Tessa’s blog. She’s put into words everything those of us who write for Presents try and accomplish in our first chapters all the time.

I know that for me, both as a writer and as a reader, the qualities she’s listed are what make we want to write/read on. And one of the best things about creating that kind of sizzling opener, from my viewpoint as a writer, is that when you come up with a chapter like that, you just want to keep writing.

As for this writing contest… what an incredible opportunity. It’s like winning the lottery: a once in a lifetime thrill!

Sandra