Taylor MacDowell

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I've always loved historical fiction: Michener, Frazier, Auel, Gabaldon. So when my search into genealogy started my mind wandering about what might have influenced my ancestors, I naturally started weaving "what ifs" into their lives. It seemed more honest to start writing fiction. So, here I am.

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Day: April 17, 2019

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Construction 101

Part 3 of the 5 Part Series on Serial Novels

Building a story is a bit like building a house.

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