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26 May 2014 Jordan

Memorial Day 2011, San Francisco National Cemetery

Let us remember the reason we have this holiday.

Quick reminders: this is the last week to get in reviews for the review contest (and a chance to win $30!), and I could still use a few people for the street team!

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Is this how people talk?

If you don’t have a natural “eye” for dialogue—and, let’s face it, even if you do—reading your dialogue aloud is the best way to tell if your dialogue sounds natural. In her EDITS system, Margie Lawson suggests reading all of the dialogue in a chapter—and nothing else (on that pass). As you read, ask yourself: … Continue reading Is this how people talk? →

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About Jordan McCollum

I'm Jordan McCollum. I'm an award-winning author and a popular writing craft teacher. I write books about spies, secrets and love.

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      • Spy by Night
      • I, Spy
      • Spy for a Spy
      • Tomorrow We Spy
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      • Spy Noon
      • Mr. Nice Spy
    • Saints series
      • Saints & Spies
      • Saints & Suspects
      • Saints & Sinners
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      • Character Sympathy
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