By Elaine Viets Here’s another first page by a Brave Author. Read it, and then let’s discuss it. Absence of Truth The letters on the envelope spelled out her name, Vanessa Barella but, they were neither written in ink nor … Continue reading
Another brave writer submitted their first page for critique. My comments will follow. Monstruo Cubano Once inside La Libreria de Juan Carlos, Brook Harper squeaked in horror. She gaped at the rows of mildewed shelves lined not with books, but … Continue reading
By Debbie Burke @burke_writer Welcome to today’s Brave Author who submitted a first page entitled Closure. TKZ’s intrepid website wrangler, Lynne, included a note with this submission that the prologue occurs nearly two months after Chapter 1. That means the … Continue reading
By PJ Parrish Good morning, crime dogs. Well, this one will be short. Has to be, because I can barely type. Lost a fingernail in a home improvement accident and my middle digit is swollen and swathed. DIY tip: Don’t … Continue reading
I’ve got a special treat for you today. This Brave Writer submitted their first page for critique. Check it out. My comments will follow. Lucky Lynx Eduardo’s gun gleamed in the evening light as he tucked it into his shoulder … Continue reading
Jordan Dane @JordanDane Today we have the first 400 words of a novel entitled ORGANIZATION K. With it written in first person, I wanted to talk about using first person – benefits and dangers – as well as give our … Continue reading
By Elaine Viets Have I got a first-page critique for you, TKZers – a biker, a strip club, serious money and the age-old struggle between mother and daughter. A winning combination in my book. Here, take a look. Then I’ll … Continue reading
By SUE COLETTA Another brave writer submitted their first page for critique. I’ll catch ya on the flipside. Enjoy! TITLE: Sonbgird chapter 1 I stood alone, ready to jump. A slow wavering breath parted my lips. I gripped the sides … Continue reading
Jordan Dane @JordanDane I am posting my first page critique to assist Clare who is in Australia with personal family business. My first critique in 2020, I hope you’ll enjoy THE WILDFIRE PATHOGEN. Very timely with the Coronavirus out of … Continue reading
By PJ Parrish Why is January feeling like it’s lasting forever? And I don’t even have to deal with snow. I just wanted to get that off my chest. Now, let’s have some fun and read a First Pager. Thank … Continue reading