Category: Build a Book posts

Build-a-Book Step 1: Imagining the initial dynamic

Posted on by jessvonn in Build a Book posts, For Writers

So, how do you start a romance novel? To me, a romance novel is ultimately the story of how two people's lives clash, and so in the earliest days of imagining a new book, my creative energy is really focused on the the couple at the heart of the book. To use a construction metaphor … Continue reading Build-a-Book Step 1: Imagining the initial dynamic →

You’re seeing more of my face. Who’s to blame? (Or, why I decided to “show my work”)

Posted on by jessvonn in Build a Book posts, For Writers

As I mentioned in my last post, I've decided to embark on a new project. In the Summer of 2021, I'm going to build a book from scratch, and take you along with me on the journey. Before I start to tell you about the project I have in the works, I wanted to share … Continue reading You’re seeing more of my face. Who’s to blame? (Or, why I decided to “show my work”) →

Something new for this summer…

Posted on by jessvonn in Build a Book posts, For Writers

It's been a long, quiet stretch here in Jess Vonn land, and like everything else in my life (the messy house, the extra weight, the feral children) I'll blame it on general pandemic stressfulness! BUT, my creative spark is back and this summer, I'm embarking on a new journey. I'm going to build a contemporary … Continue reading Something new for this summer… →