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Sharif's Latest Blogs

Jan.13.2012 - 9:13 am
Interview with Andrew Pyper: bestselling author of five novels, including Lost Girls, The Killing Circle and, most recently, The Guardians. Interview by...
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Aug.11.2011 - 3:00 pm
"We have nothing to fear but fear itself."– Franklin D. Roosevelt, 32nd President of the United States The turmoil from recent global economic instability has spawned a...
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Jul.03.2011 - 8:26 am
1. First Light. “When I am working on a book or story I write every morning as soon after first light as possible. There is no one to disturb you and it is cool or cold and you...
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Apr.22.2011 - 8:03 am
1. * Read the top ten books related to your book topic. 2. Ask: how can I make my book better and/or unique enough for readers to want to buy? 3. In your research, take lots of...
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Comments from Sharif

Feb.08.2011 - 11:40 am
In response to: Dan Brown’s Secret to Overcoming Writer’s Block and Solving Plot Challenges
Keen observation of surroundings and people is a great skill to have as a writer along with reflection of experience.