The Debutante Ball

Seven debut authors. Seven books. One big dance toward publication.

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Tag: heroes

  • Posted on Thursday, October 25, 2012Tuesday, October 23, 2012
  • by Susan Spann

Deb Susan Sees Villains Everywhere

When your novel features a ninja assassin as its protagonist, you have to think long and hard about what makes…

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  • Posted on Saturday, November 13, 2010Saturday, October 16, 2010
  • by admin

Contest! The Debutante Ball Welcomes Erin Blakemore

Erin Blakemore learned to drool over Darcy and cry over Little Women in suburban San Diego, California. These days, her…

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  • Posted on Tuesday, March 10, 2009Monday, March 9, 2009
  • by Katie Alender

The most important creative lesson I’ve learned so far, by Deb Katie

When I give publishing advice, I often include at least one bulletpoint that emphasizes the importance of collaboration. This is…

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  • Posted on Friday, December 14, 2007Friday, December 14, 2007
  • by Jess

My Original Hero by Deb Jess

I thought we’d end this week on a sappy note. Hey, why not: it’s the holidays! If ever there is…

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  • Posted on Tuesday, December 11, 2007Monday, December 10, 2007
  • by Jenny Gardiner

Finding heroes in unexpected places by Deb Jenny

Heroes…an interesting theme over which to ponder. I have mixed feelings about the concept of what a hero actually is.…

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