Monthly Archives: October 2017

Introducing M.B. Weston’s Corner in YouTube

Posted on October 31, 2017 by M. B. Weston

I’m starting a weekly video blog on my YouTube channel, YouTube.com/TheMBWeston.  This is official Introduction video to M. B. Weston’s Corner. I plan to discuss writing: the technical stuff we all need to know as well as the trials and … Continue reading →

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Writing: Exploiting Your Readers’ Fear

Posted on October 29, 2017 by M. B. Weston

Ah, Halloween. What better time to discuss the ins and outs of scaring your readers? Horror writers probably know many of these tips, but those of us writing other genres usually encounter a few scenes where we want to make … Continue reading →

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Writing: Can Your Readers See The Light?

Posted on October 26, 2017 by M. B. Weston

No, seriously. Have you included lighting in your story? Autumn has settled in. Our days continue to shorten, and this always makes me remember the importance of light (and lack thereof). When I walk down the street in the day, … Continue reading →

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On Writing: Weather’s Effect on Your Characters

Posted on October 1, 2017 by M. B. Weston

Hurricane Irma left 94 percent of Naples, Florida without power. It also left them with windless, mucky days and horrendous humidity. As I scrolled through my Facebook feed throughout the two weeks after Irma, I noticed an immediate difference in … Continue reading →

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