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It’s out! The Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers‘ latest anthology of short stories, Bizarre Bazarre is available now! It includes my short story “Beauty in Stasis,” a retelling of Sleeping Beauty set in space.

To see a recent interview with me about finding an agent, my writing journey, how to watch a Shakespeare play, and more, visit the Rocky Mountain Fiction Writer’s podcast/YouTube video here: “Kelley JP Lindberg & True Love Never“

Interviewing Real People Can Enhance Your Fiction – On the RMFW BlogSeptember 12, 2022
Can your fiction benefit from the real-world experience of someone who’s experienced, learned, or is passionate about something in your scenes? If so, […]
Can We Stop Using Writing as Punishment in Schools?August 30, 2022
For as long as there have been teachers, kids, and writing implements, writing has been used to punish unruly students. Whether it was […]
How to Write Weather into Your Scenes – On the RMFW BlogAugust 16, 2022
Talking about the weather is so mundane. Writing weather into your stories shouldn’t be. Make weather work hard for you in your fiction! […]
When Storms and Direful Thunders BreakAugust 1, 2022
Lighting, of course, is an essential part of any stage performance. Usually, the lighting is planned and provided by the play’s director and […]
Character-Building: What Does Freedom Mean to Your Protagonist? – On the RMFW BlogJuly 12, 2022
When you’re creating a character in your story, it’s important to make them as well-rounded and three-dimensional as possible. You must know their […]

Welcome

I’m a Colorado-based freelance/business writer, creative writer, and speaker with an irresistible desire to talk about writing (or travel… don’t get me started). Story-telling is the best way I know to keep reality on a short leash. Whether you’re a reader or a writer (or both), this website is a place where we can share tips, gripes, inspiration, and observations about this writing life. Got a question? Ask! Got a suggestion or comment? Share it! Want more? Sign up for my newsletter. I can’t wait to connect with you.

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Writing Prompt

Are there places in the story you’re writing where you wish you could talk to someone about their real-life experience to make your scene more realistic, accurate, or impactful? Make a list of people who might be able to help (doctor, cop, Uber driver, psychologist, etc.). Then consider finding one and interviewing them.

Writing Quote

“My brain hums with scraps of poetry and madness.”
― Virginia Woolf, Selected Letters

Upcoming Events

Catch up with Kelley at these great events:

Book launch for the RMFW anthology, “The Bizarre Bazaar,” Sep 7, 2022, 6:30-8:00 pm Barnes & Noble, Glendale, CO.
Speaking: Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers Conference, Sep 9-11, 2022, Aurora/Denver, CO.
Speaking: Women Writing the West Conference, Oct 20-22, 2022, Oklahoma City, OK.

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