by cynthia | Jun 21, 2023 | Historical romance novels, History, Nineteenth century
As a farmer’s wife, I’m familiar with modern day corn planters and how they work. But corn planting back in 1868 (the year the novel I’m writing takes place) was quite different than today. So here’s a bit of fun info I discovered while...
by cynthia | Feb 9, 2022 | Christian authors, Encouragement, Godly living, Inspirational writing
As a writer, I do my best to create true-to-life novel characters. In order to connect with readers, it’s essential they can relate. No one’s perfect. Neither should novel characters be perfect. As I reflected on this, I recalled a story of two women, one a Christian,...
by cynthia | Oct 6, 2021 | Encouragement, Inspirational novels, Inspirational writers, New releases
Lately, I’ve been pondering my blessings as a writer. There are so many high points—making writer friends, finding critique partners, receiving awards, and publishing dreams fulfilled. But, deep down I knew none of these things were THE BEST BLESSING....
by cynthia | Jul 8, 2020 | Christian authors, Cynthia Roemer, Cynthia Roemer's Prairie Sky Series, Encouragement, Historical romance novels, Inspirational novels, Inspirational writers, Inspirational writing, My Books
When I was in high school, I saw a PBS film entitled, My Brilliant Career, based on the true story of a sixteen year old girl who had written and published a book. I was mesmerized by the idea. When my high school English teacher urged me to enter a local college...
by cynthia | Jun 17, 2020 | Christian authors, Cynthia Roemer, Cynthia Roemer's Prairie Sky Series, Encouragement, Historical romance novels, Inspirational novels, Inspirational writers, Inspirational writing, Living a balanced life, My Books, True success, Writing Tips
So you’ve written a novel and polished it until it shines. Now you’re ready to submit to an agent or editor–at least you think you are. Then you take another glance and find you’ve overused a word or your sentence structure is too similar in places. No matter...