Reading the first draft. In my last blog, I briefly discussed what it takes to write a first draft. Endlessly finding words and bending sentences, weaving the story together. After that long, draining process, I tend to leave the book alone for a little while. Not looking at it for a whole month. Trying not […]
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Meet the Author(s) of Donkey Books at Allotment Garden Association TIG’s Open Day! Come visit us on Sunday, June 15th, during the enjoyable Open Day of Allotment Garden Association TIG at Bickershof in Heemskerk! This is a unique opportunity to personally meet the author(s) behind the books of Donkey Books, all within a beautiful, park-like
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Spotlight Insights are like shining a beam of light on a specific point of interest, making it more visible, important, and worthy of closer examination within a broader context. It emphasizes a deliberate and focused attention on a particular element. ‘Toch is het mijn!’ Fiction & Facts from the life of Aaltje Beeker (1707-1740) Ronald
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Official Invitation to our Book Launch ‘Toch is het mijn!’ Fiction & Facts from the life of Aaltje Beeker (1707-1740) Ronald Voortman Step into the enchanting world of the 18th century! In the vibrant heart of Amsterdam, where history whispers in every cobblestone, we proudly unveil our latest book. Let yourself be carried away into
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Writing a first draft. In my first blog, I talked a little about writing the first draft, though it is fair to say I skipped over a few steps. Writing a first draft is way more complicated than what I previously wrote down. So, to give a little more insight in my upcoming book, Gravity
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I made the necessary adjustments to the concept, which were necessary because of the changed main character (from father Hendrik to daughter Aaltje). In addition, I set out the stakes by identifying the plot points, midpoint and pinches. I now have a schematic layout of the chapters that are to come, based on these points.
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To start, Donkey Books would like to wish everyone a happy new year! A new year means new sneak peeks, events, books, and much more! Donkey Books has been working hard behind the scenes, and we have loads of exciting things coming this year! In fact, we have something to share with you
Getting an idea. I thought it was best to start my blogs where every book starts. Getting an idea. An idea that grows a little out of hand. Needing more and more words to be told. A world that comes to life, characters that do things you don’t always see coming. Before you know it,
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