Vickie Britton
Vickie Britton, along with her sister Loretta Jackson, is the author of over thirty-eight published novels of mystery and suspense. They are also the authors of an Avalon Western series: The Devil's Game, The Fifth Ace, and The Wild Card. Their suspense novels Path of the Jaguar and Nightmare in Morocco, have been reprinted as Thorndike Large Print editions and have sold internationally. Path of the Jaguar is also now available on Kindle.
The sisters are authors of two mystery series. The Ardis Cole Mystery Series features a heroine who is an archaeologist who travels to various places in the world and solves crimes. The first book in this series, The Curse of Senmut, has just been released in print and e-book this year.
Ordering information on their current books and their availability can also be viewed at Amazon Central.
Vickie's ebook, Writing and Selling a Mystery Novel: A Simple Step by Step Plan, as well as a new release co-authored by Loretta Jackson, Fiction: From Writing to Publication can be ordered at Smashwords.
Their newest novel, \Whispers of the Stones, is the second in the Avalon High Country Mystery Series featuring Wyoming sheriff Jeff McQuede. For more information about the new series please visit the sister's webpage and writing tip blog.
Latest Articles
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Writing Your Dreams: The Connection Between Dreams and Fiction
While sleeping, when the subconscious runs free, new ideas may appear in the form of dreams.
May 10, 2012
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Choosing the Best Setting for a Romance Novel
According to polls and statistics, the United States, England and Scotland are the most popular settings for romance novels.
Apr 25, 2012
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Changing Scenes in a Novel: Using Bridges and Spacers
Scene changes, if not handled properly, can be awkward for both the writer and the reader. Here are some suggestions to make smooth scene transitions.
Apr 16, 2012
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Lord of the Flies: Five Major Examples of Symbolism
Lord of the Flies by William Golding is an allegorical novel that is filled with symbolism and makes a statement about civilization vs savagery.
Apr 2, 2012
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Changing Characters: Handling Multiple Viewpoints in a Novel
Novels written in third person may be told in more than one viewpoint. Here are some tips on making smooth character viewpoint transitions.
Mar 6, 2012
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Tips on Writing and Selling Flash Fiction and Market Suggestions
This article defines flash fiction and suggests current markets for short works of around 1,000 words.
Feb 10, 2012
- Vickie Britton
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Major Themes in Nathaniel Hawthorne's Short Stories
Sin and man's perception of evil is a theme that is the focus of many of Hawthorne's works, including three of his most famous short stories.
Jan 15, 2012
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Writing Tips: Best-Selling Short Story Word Lengths
Paying careful attention to short story length requirements can greatly improve the chance of making a sale to a print or online magazine.
Jan 15, 2012
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Novel Writing and Revision: Proofing the Final Draft
A first draft sets the groundwork for a novel. Now the manuscript must be shaped and polished until it becomes a final draft.
Jan 4, 2012
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Understanding Symbolism in Edgar Allan Poe's The Raven
Edgar Allan Poe's famous poem The Raven is known for its rich alliteration, dark, romantic atmosphere, and powerful symbolism.
Dec 17, 2011
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