Grammar Girl Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing

The psychology of fandom, with Jennifer Lynn Barnes


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1046. Jennifer Lynn Barnes, author of the "Inheritance Games" books, discusses how writing from different points of view can help readers connect with characters in different ways. We also talked about her book recommendations, and how the "Grey's Anatomy" pilot surprised her by having almost all the elements she had identified as important for the success of novels.

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