Author Archives: lindacovella

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Character is everything We build character in kids from a young age, because real-life character is everything. What about fiction? The way I see it, fiction contains three elements that divide into many other, but…

I missed Friday’s post for the We Are the World Blogfest #WATWB that was started by Damyanti Biswas to share good news around the world. But here, now, is my good news! I didn’t know about the Trust for Public Land until … Continue reading →

Thank you to Suzanne Adair for inviting me as a guest on her blog Relevant History. Issues at the forefront of the news today—immigration and race, religion, and the treatment of women—were also important factors that, in 1775, helped shape … Continue reading →

It’s time for another We Are the World Blogfest #WATWB, started by Damyanti Biswas. In light of all the tragic, political, warring news we typically hear from around the world, Damyanti Biswas asked bloggers to highlight a news story that … Continue reading →

“My heart had been changed. And my life was probably going to change.” I’m very excited about the We Are the World Blogfest #WATWB, and I want to thank Damyanti Biswas for inviting me to participate. For the blogfest, in light of … Continue reading →

Source: Would You Join in the We Are the World Blogfest? #WATWB #WriteBravely

I’m very excited about the We Are the World Blogfest #WATWB, and I want to thank Damyanti Biswas for inviting me to participate. For the blogfest, in light of all the tragic, political, warring news we typically hear from around the world, … Continue reading →

I’m very excited about the We Are the World Blogfest #WATWB, and I want to thank Damyanti Biswas for inviting me to participate. For the blogfest, in light of all the tragic, political, warring news we typically hear from around the world, … Continue reading →

Here are some revision tips for writers, especially of fiction. Analyze your story: Reader should know almost immediately: WHO main character is WHERE story is taking place WHEN it takes place WHAT kind of story it is Be able to … Continue reading →

The other night I watched the televised Kennedy Center Honors. (You can view the entire show here.) What an amazing night! The honorees were James Taylor, singer Mavis Staples, pianist Martha Argerich, actor Al Pacino, and The Eagles. Along with … Continue reading →