I receive remarkable questions from students and readers—about stories, history, the process of writing, and all those dark, unexplored crevices in history. It never ceases to amaze me how inquisitive young minds can be. I learn so much for what I’m asked to consider or rethink, so whether you’re a young reader or not, ask away… Submit a question!

Brand the Author, not the Book by Karen Chase
Branding is for ALL Authors

Branding. That’s one of those trendy, millennial concepts, right? TikTok-ers and viral video moguls and influencers use this. I...

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Q: What is your daily writing routine?

My day always starts the same: 6:30 Wake—Coffee (I recommend a coffee maker with a timer) 6:35 Feeding Cats...

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Q: What do you do when you get stuck? Part I

Writer’s block. For me there are two types: the first is the “WIP (Work in Progress)” block. This happens...

Women & Girls: Dr. Gladys West

Using your GPS to guide your springtime travels? Thank DR. GLADYS WEST. Born in rural Virginia, education provided her...

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Q: What made you start writing?

This question has been asked by more than a few (concerned) people…at several points in my life. See, there...

Q: What’s the hardest thing you’ve ever written?

This is such a nuanced, multi-faceted question. I realize you, kind reader, want to know what aspect of fiction...