Rules of fiction writing Plot inspiration Self-publishing or not Success expectations Rewards for your efforts Character development Kris Lockard is the author of 7 novels and 3 children’s books. She is an award winning photographer and has been a photography judge. She had a 33-year career in the financial services industry. Her work achievements include writing employee newsletters and getting in trouble for writing made-up stories about fellow employees just to make people laugh, leaving not enough room for essential information. Her volunteer work since retirement: Hawaii Preparatory Academy, equestrian instructional aide. Oregon Humane Society, cat cuddler. Deepwood Museum and Gardens, docent and gardener. Keizer Prairie HOA Secretary/Treasurer