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Why I Absolutely LOVE VidAngel Filtering Services for TV and Movies
Unfortunately, most movies, especially science fiction, are filled with gratuitous sex, nudity, and foul language, which was the motivation
Author Bruce Shields
Sep 22, 20223 min read


Timelines and Tracking Events in Writing
When I decided to write Pandemic Dawn as a series, I knew there would be many important things to remember. Dates, times, events, and what h
Author Bruce Shields
Sep 21, 20223 min read


Writing with Notecards and Mindmaps
I remember when I began writing Pandemic Dawn Book I and realized I had multiple storylines and needed a way to organize the book. Colored..
Author Bruce Shields
Sep 20, 20223 min read


Pandemic Dawn Book I: Free Chapter
I thought I would share a little from the first novel in my post-apocalyptic series, Pandemic Dawn Book I.
Author Bruce Shields
Sep 17, 20225 min read


Creating a Great Character for a Book
Sometimes the people I speak with have read my novels and asked about specific characters. Whether it is the main character, a secondary, or
Author Bruce Shields
Sep 16, 20226 min read


Thursdays with Maxine
I have noticed the late rising sun over the last few weeks. First, it was shining bright on our walks; now, it is darker and colder; Autumn
Author Bruce Shields
Sep 15, 20222 min read

How to be an Author: Writing the First Draft
The first draft is a crucial step because it allows you to read through your story and see where you could improve the telling.
Author Bruce Shields
Sep 14, 20228 min read


Planning for the Re-Write of Losing Dani Strumm
I like Dani as a character and feel she is fully developed, deep, and engaging.
Author Bruce Shields
Sep 12, 20221 min read


Finding time for Losing Dani Strumm
My latest novel, Losing Dani Strumm, was supposed to be released earlier this year. My hope was late spring or early summer of 2022.
Author Bruce Shields
Sep 11, 20222 min read


Wisdom is where Intelligence, Knowledge, and Experience meet
Wisdom is "good judgment" derived from intelligence, knowledge, and experience.
Author Bruce Shields
Sep 10, 20223 min read
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