In Which Denny S. Bryce Time Travels
Summary:
In this conversation, Nancy Smay interviews Denny S. Bryce, a traditionally published author of historical fiction. They discuss Denny's background as a writer and her passion for craft and research. Denny shares her experience as a fan fiction writer and how it led her to join the Romance Writers of America (RWA) and eventually get an agent.
They also talk about Denny's process of researching and writing historical fiction, including the use of tools like Aeon Timeline and Scrivener. Overall, the conversation highlights Denny's dedication to her craft and her love for storytelling. Denny S. Bryce discusses her approach to writing historical fiction and the importance of diverse reading. She shares how she got the attention of influential authors and judges through contests and endorsements.
Bryce explains her approach to historical fiction, which includes writing biographical stories and exploring key time periods and events. She emphasizes the importance of entertaining readers while also educating them about historical situations and reflecting on present-day issues. Bryce also discusses her writing process, including outlining, researching, and revising, and encourages readers to explore different genres and diverse voices.
Takeaways
Denny S. Bryce is a traditionally published author of historical fiction.
She is passionate about craft and loves exploring different writing philosophies.
Denny is also an adjunct professor and enjoys teaching new writers.
Her books are well-researched and often include a love story.
Denny uses tools like Aeon Timeline and Scrivener to assist in her research and writing process.
She emphasizes the importance of discipline and staying informed about the publishing industry.
Denny recently switched agents to find a better match for her writing career. Entering contests and getting endorsements from influential authors can help gain attention and credibility as a writer.
Historical fiction can involve writing biographical stories or exploring key time periods and events.
The goal of historical fiction is to entertain readers while also educating them about historical situations and reflecting on present-day issues.
The writing process can involve outlining, researching, and revising, and it's important to find a process that works best for each individual writer.
Readers should explore different genres and diverse voices to broaden their reading experiences.
Resources:
by James Scott Bell: Write Your Novel From The Middle: A New Approach for Plotters, Pantsers and Everyone in Between (Bell on Writing)
