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Mastering the Four Styles of Narrative Writing, a Chanticleer Toolbox Article from Dena Weigel and David Beaumier
Discover the power of linear, non-linear, quest, and viewpoint narratives. Master storytelling techniques to craft immersive, impactful stories readers love.
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The 2024 Ozma Finalists for Fantasy Fiction!
The 2024 Ozma Award Finalists for Fantasy Fiction are here! Congratulations to all who made it this far from the outpouring of amazing submissions this year!
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MATILDE’S GENERAL: The Visigoth Saga Book 2 by Robert S. Phillips – Historical Fiction, Ancient Rome, Visigoths
Matilde cunningly helps her people ally with Emperor Arcadius. But in Matilde's General, she becomes mired in the power politics of the dying Roman empire. Highly recommended!
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Chanticleerians in the News! Journey Grand Prize Winner Mark Berridge on TEDx Brisbane
Mark Berridge is presenting at TEDx Brisbane today! Tune in at 5pm PST to see this Journey Grand Prize Winner present! Congratulations Mark!
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Spotlight on Jayne Entwistle – Award-winning Audiobook Narrator and Actress
Join actress and audiobook narrator Jayne Entwistle at CAC24! Entwistle will be presenting on how narrators bring books to life, and her advice is not to be missed!
Honoring Linda Quinby Lambert, Seán Dwyer, and David Beaumier – Recipients of the Village Books Literary Citizenship Award 2024
"The writing and publishing world is one made of relationships. Writing itself may be a somewhat solitary activity, but once the story or poem is ‘done’ we rely on others to read, share, and publish our work. Yet there are so many levels of participation from others in this community.” ~ Lori May, author of The Write Crowd: Literary Citizenship & The Writing Life
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