Fact, Fiction, and Fairy Tales

Cynthia Herron Writing 7 Comments

As I write, I often try to immerse myself in my story, concentrating on time, place, characterization, and dramatic elements.  I introduce conflict early and end chapters with quandaries and a desire to know more.  Secondary characters are sprinkled throughout the story, but never in such a way to detract from the main folks–the hero/heroine.  I bring in enough facts to …