Linda K. Sienkiewicz, Author

A rainy day, a bookstore, and the woman who knew exactly what you needed

February 2, 2026 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Buxton Village Books in the Outer Banks of NC

Author’s note: This post was first published in 2011. I’m revisiting it after learning that Gee Gee Rosell, the owner of Buxton Village Books, has passed away. She left a lasting impression on me … Continue reading >>

Switchback Time: How to Play with Structure in Your Novel

January 26, 2026 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Time, Tension, and the Art of Story Structure Think of time in a story as an escalator. Where does your character step on—and where do they get off? On each floor, the world will look a little … Continue reading >>

Is your Novel Plot or Character Driven?

January 19, 2026 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

When I was querying agents and publishers, I found this distinction incredibly helpful, if only because deciding what to highlight in a query letter can feel impossible. Understanding whether your … Continue reading >>

Why Readers Quit Books—and What Writers Can Learn

January 12, 2026 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

What's the craziest reason you stopped reading a book? Three pages in and the female narrator is getting hot and sweaty in a dingy bathroom stall with a random guy while saying she's never done … Continue reading >>

Blackout Poetry: Where Writing Meets Visual Art

January 5, 2026 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Blackout poetry is a creative blend of writing and visual art—and all you need to begin is imagination and a willingness to let go of logic. This art form welcomes everyone, including my … Continue reading >>

The Great Medical Questionnaire Loop: Modern Healthcare Frustrations

January 4, 2026 By Linda K Sienkiewicz

Why did I pre-register? My trip to the hospital for a bone density test started out badly. My irritation might have been instigated by the fact that I had to arrive twenty minutes prior to the … Continue reading >>

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Linda K Sienkiewicz

Writing life, line by line