If you read my post Inspiration on Location you know I discovered a unique institution. I researched the State Colony for Epileptics and Feebleminded near Lynchburg, Virginia. Synchronicity struck again. First, I learned about Carrie Buck (more on her later). Then I learned about the history of eugenics in the United States of America. Yes, you…… Continue reading Arcane History: Better Baby Contests
Category: About My Books
Blog posts by author Lynette M. Burrows on all things related to writing her books from how she got an idea for a book, people, places, and history that inspired a book, and her process for writing a book.
It’s Reading Season!
Mea Culpa! I’ve been nose to the grindstone and completely forgot to double-check that Thursday’s post went out as scheduled. And I was caught! It wasn’t scheduled. Totally my fault, but I did meet my deadline for completing my final revision. Yay! And I’ve been preparing for Reading Season. It’s time to start practicing. A new…… Continue reading It’s Reading Season!
Inspiration on Location
I’m working on the finishing touches for my alternate world, science fiction novel, My Soul To Keep. Recently, I looked back to see what had been my inspiration for this story. There are many inspirations that fed my imagination as I wrote, this particular one was an inspiration on location. I had a number of ideas…… Continue reading Inspiration on Location
9 Things Rarely Seen Today
I thought it might be fun to share some of the past technologies and images that inspired or were described in my soon-to-be-published novel. My Soul To Keep is the story of a young woman who escapes her sheltered life and discovers personal, social, and political wrongs that must be righted. It takes place in…… Continue reading 9 Things Rarely Seen Today
Nearing The End
I am nearing THE END of this eternal re-write. This novel was first attempted years ago. Earlier drafts got me two different agents and almost sold twice.