All About Amber...
| Amber Dayne: historical paranormals |
I write under the pen names Amber Dayne and Amber
Scott. I began this duality as a means to separate genres.
But, as I progress, I find that my historicals grow spicier
and my contemporary's get more magical. Eventually, I
plan to combine the three, Amber Scott Dayne or drop the
Scott altogether. I'm focusing my efforts on one publisher
rather than three, then pursuing representation this year.
I've always known I wanted to be a writer. I can recall
telling my mother I would be one when I grew up years
before I even could read. I took writing as a preference in
my major, English, in college at University of Nevada,
Reno. But I didn't get serious about novels until three
years ago.
Scott. I began this duality as a means to separate genres.
But, as I progress, I find that my historicals grow spicier
and my contemporary's get more magical. Eventually, I
plan to combine the three, Amber Scott Dayne or drop the
Scott altogether. I'm focusing my efforts on one publisher
rather than three, then pursuing representation this year.
I've always known I wanted to be a writer. I can recall
telling my mother I would be one when I grew up years
before I even could read. I took writing as a preference in
my major, English, in college at University of Nevada,
Reno. But I didn't get serious about novels until three
years ago.
Amber Scott:
contemporary
erotica
contemporary
erotica
Or was it four? I wrote like mad the first year, submitted
like crazy the second and began getting published. I've
learned, grown and hopefully improved. And I love it.
Come what may, I'll be thrilled if I can do this all my living
days.
I grew up in Reno, NV, the middle child of five girls. I'm
happily married and living in Arizona now with my son,
daughter and a cat who loves to be tugged and yanked
on (thank goodness).
I love to hear from readers and promise to respond to any
questions, comments or feedback.
like crazy the second and began getting published. I've
learned, grown and hopefully improved. And I love it.
Come what may, I'll be thrilled if I can do this all my living
days.
I grew up in Reno, NV, the middle child of five girls. I'm
happily married and living in Arizona now with my son,
daughter and a cat who loves to be tugged and yanked
on (thank goodness).
I love to hear from readers and promise to respond to any
questions, comments or feedback.
No Plot, No Problem, by
Chris Bary
Chris Bary
Don't Murder Your Mystery,
by Chris Roerden
by Chris Roerden
Self Editing for Fiction
Writers, by King, Browne
Writers, by King, Browne
Five Questions:
This has a ton of great tips
for editing because, even
though we hate it, writing is
in the rewriting. Very
digestable.
for editing because, even
though we hate it, writing is
in the rewriting. Very
digestable.
My writing exponentially
improved after reading this
and doing the included
exercises.
improved after reading this
and doing the included
exercises.
1. Who are your favorite authors and why?
The first romance novel I ever read was A Gentle Fueding by Johanna Lindsey. I was
hooked. I read every one of her books since and she'll always be my all time favorite. My
latest fave is Julia Quinn, particularly the Bridgerton series. I may be in love with
Micheal from When He Was Wicked, but, please, don't tell my husband!
2. How many manuscripts did you write before getting published?
I had completed five manuscripts when my third sold. The first two are terrible little ugly
ducklings that will never become swans. Still, I love them and they were worth writing.
Had someone told me I would write a million words before getting any good, I don't
know if I would have braved beginning.
3. What is your writing process?
I start with a character, get to know them, find there secrets and then throw them into a
place where they will find love. The hard way. I do character sketches, break my novel
plan into thirds and focus on an interesting place to start. Once I've begun, I outline and
plan a few chapters ahead at a time. I also use the Hero's Journey as a guide.
4. What's the hardest part about writing novels for you?
Finding a way to do it every single day. With two little ones, it's pretty difficult. Even when
it was only one child tugging for my attention, discipline warred with procrastination. But
if I do write, every day, I feel so good. Everything else is easier.
5. Where do your ideas come from?
The ether, I suppose. Each one began as a little niggling question that seemed to get
stuck in my brain. The question became a person, a character. And once I know them
the itch begins. I guess that what some writers call "the muse". For me its like a waiting
room full of characters, each one waiting for their number to be called so they can take
the stage and fall in love.
The first romance novel I ever read was A Gentle Fueding by Johanna Lindsey. I was
hooked. I read every one of her books since and she'll always be my all time favorite. My
latest fave is Julia Quinn, particularly the Bridgerton series. I may be in love with
Micheal from When He Was Wicked, but, please, don't tell my husband!
2. How many manuscripts did you write before getting published?
I had completed five manuscripts when my third sold. The first two are terrible little ugly
ducklings that will never become swans. Still, I love them and they were worth writing.
Had someone told me I would write a million words before getting any good, I don't
know if I would have braved beginning.
3. What is your writing process?
I start with a character, get to know them, find there secrets and then throw them into a
place where they will find love. The hard way. I do character sketches, break my novel
plan into thirds and focus on an interesting place to start. Once I've begun, I outline and
plan a few chapters ahead at a time. I also use the Hero's Journey as a guide.
4. What's the hardest part about writing novels for you?
Finding a way to do it every single day. With two little ones, it's pretty difficult. Even when
it was only one child tugging for my attention, discipline warred with procrastination. But
if I do write, every day, I feel so good. Everything else is easier.
5. Where do your ideas come from?
The ether, I suppose. Each one began as a little niggling question that seemed to get
stuck in my brain. The question became a person, a character. And once I know them
the itch begins. I guess that what some writers call "the muse". For me its like a waiting
room full of characters, each one waiting for their number to be called so they can take
the stage and fall in love.
This is a great book for
getting started. It taught me
how to break down a novel
into doable bits.
getting started. It taught me
how to break down a novel
into doable bits.
Favorite Writing Books:
| Amber Romances Fate, Love, & Complications |
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No Fear Grammar by
Sparknotes
Sparknotes
After my first round of edits
for Soul Search, it was
glaringly obvious that I
needed help. This has
exercises. I learn best
hands on.
for Soul Search, it was
glaringly obvious that I
needed help. This has
exercises. I learn best
hands on.