I agree. I use Spanish in many of my stories because they are focused on Latin America. It's a delicate balance--clarity versus flavor.

You're right about that. It does take away a lot of pressure to get things right. Still, there is something satisfying about putting fictional characters in a real setting.

denise

It absolutely is!!

And I thank you for taking the time to read my blog. Sharing is one of the best things about writing.

I think site visits are one of the best unsung perks of writing. I'm leaving next month for Cuba to do some boots-on-the-ground fact checking.

Writing is a journey, isn't it? And editors, love 'em or hate 'em, are the traffic cops.

I love your beer bottle story. This is the kind of thing that keeps me up at night.