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Researching When You Can’t Experience It

November 7, 2012 //  by Rachel Kent//  78 Comments

Blogger: Rachel Kent

In my opinion, the best way to do research for a book is to have first-hand experience. Traveling to a location allows for a thorough knowledge of that place. And sharing the experiences that your characters go …

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Research: Am I Done Yet?

December 2, 2011 //  by Michelle Ule//  8 Comments

Blogger: Michelle Ule

Location: Books & Such main office, Santa Rosa

“I typically go overboard when I research new projects.”

~Will Wright

In 2000, after five years of hard work, I realized I could spend the rest of my life …

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Research: Poking and Prying with a Purpose

November 28, 2011 //  by Michelle Ule//  5 Comments

Blogger: Michelle Ule

Location: Books & Such main office, Santa Rosa, Calif.

“Research is formalized curiosity. It is poking and prying with a purpose.”

~ Zora Neale Hurston

I’ve recently begun research for a new project. It’s historical fiction, and
…

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The “Where” Questions

April 28, 2011 //  by Rachel Kent//  20 Comments

Blogger: Rachel Kent

Location: Books & Such main office, Santa Rosa, Calif.

Today, I have a couple of “where” questions for you. These are questions you should answer before putting together your proposal.

The first “where” question: Where are you …

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Friday Free-For-All: Technology and Your Story

March 18, 2011 //  by Rachel Kent//  14 Comments

Blogger: Rachel Kent

Location: Books & Such main office, Santa Rosa, Calif.

I hope all of you have had a wonderful week!

Today, I’d love to hear how you use the ever-advancing technology to find or perfect your stories.

Do …

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