Randy Willis: Writing Tips from my Friends

Randy Willis shares his insights on writing, emphasizing clarity through short sentences and paragraphs. He admires authors like Hemingway and Twain and dislikes flowery language, favoring straightforward prose. He defines himself as a "pantser," writing intuitively rather than outlining, and prefers to omit unnecessary descriptors. Willis urges writers to show rather than tell, allowing readers to draw conclusions. His novel "Beckoning Candle" is inspired by his family’s history related to Pearl Harbor. He encourages research, fun, and self-editing, while reminding writers to find personal styles and keep readers engaged through storytelling without excessive explanation.

Randy Willis's Family

Valley of Decision

This is written for and dedicated to eleven people: my three sons (and their wives) and six grandchildren. They are the joy of my life. Anyone else who would care to listen in is welcome.