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Works Tagged with “Lesbian Romance”

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Should You? Using Song Lyrics in Fiction

Karin Kallmaker 05/02/2006 Craft of Writing

It’s a natural inclination to refer to, quote from and honor words of others that move us. Frequently, then, the question comes up: can I quote song lyrics in my story? To me the legal issues are secondary to the artistic concerns.

#practicepracticepractice#writeradviceLesbian Romance
writing is like cooking with gas

Based on Actual Events or People – Are There Issues?

Karin Kallmaker 03/24/2006 Craft of Writing

I like to write characters who are both specifically real and universally meaningful, and who are my own creation.

#WritingislikeCookingLesbian Romance
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Goldie Finalists Announced for 2006 Awards

Karin Kallmaker 02/21/2006 Awards and Reviews, Just Like That, Unbeliever

Two recent releases are shortlisted for 2006 Goldie Awards! Read more about Just Like That and Bell, Book and Dyke.

#GCLSLesbian RomanceLesbian Sensuality
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Might I be so bold as to ask how much sex is enough?

Karin Kallmaker 02/08/2006 Craft of Writing

Whether it’s suds in the shower or yahoo-bucking-bronco sex is determined by the plot and characters.

Lesbian RomanceLesbian Sensuality
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Point of View: What’s the Point?

Karin Kallmaker 08/21/2005 Craft of Writing

Answering the question: Why do you use third person limited so much?

#practicepracticepracticeLesbian Romance
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  • Captain of Industry at Rainbow Reviews
    For as much as I thought I disliked both women for different reasons, Kallmaker sucked me in with deeper character analysis that left me cheering them both on in the last few chapters.
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    A gem of a read, a gift to all voracious readers from a splendidly gifted imagination.
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