Novel Concepts
Novel writer Lauren DeFelice learns that blending fantasy and mystery genres requires applying traditional crime-solving principles (motive, means, opportunity) to supernatural elements.
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Novel Concepts
Novelist Lauren DeFelice discovers that embracing mundane tasks unexpectedly unlocks her creativity, leading to new inspiration for her writing.
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Novel Concepts
Novelist Lauren DeFelice discusses the emotional rollercoaster of pursuing publication and how through therapy, she was able to embrace the discomfort of rejection as a catalyst for growth.
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Novel Concepts
During a wedding, novel writer Lauren DeFelice reconsiders her 12-year dedication to a fantasy novel, and wonders if it's "cheating" on her novel to explore a new concept.
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Novel Concepts
While touring a historic lighthouse, novel writer Lauren DeFelice contemplates the three main concepts of worldbuilding.
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Novel Concepts
Young Adult fiction writer Lauren DeFelice contemplates two types of magic systems and determines which one she should use in her fantasy thriller novel.
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Novel Concepts
When registering for her college classes, book inc writer Lauren DeFelice realizes she needs to make time for her novel.
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Novel Concepts
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