Terri Connellan recently hosted me on her Create Your Story Podcast where we discussed story-telling, empowering women, and discovering your best writing process. Have a listen to the show on Apple Podcasts / Google...
by Guest Contributor · Published September 20, 2022 · Last modified September 16, 2022
There is a huge debate among authors about which is better, plotter or pantser, but the best choice is what works best for you.
If you’re having trouble finishing your novel, try taking a break and let your brain work on it in the background while you recharge.
Every year for the last 23 years, many writers commit to this crazy/amazing/brilliant {free} community and world-wide challenge that is NaNoWriMo. I know lots of writers who use this month to focus and get...
A contract between an author and illustrator can prevent misunderstanding, protect copyright, and clarify who owns the final work.
by Guest Contributor · Published September 2, 2022 · Last modified September 1, 2022
The way we organize our books can reveal a lot; do we organize to fit a trend, prepare for research, or simply for asthetic appeal?
by Guest Contributor · Published August 30, 2022 · Last modified August 26, 2022
Authors can have difficulty choosing their books point of view, sometimes they can look to their story to help them decide.
Book trailers are a great social media tool to engage potential readers with a short teaser about your book and share others reviews.
by Guest Contributor · Published August 19, 2022 · Last modified August 16, 2022
A crappy first draft can be the step between an idea and a bestseller, silence your inner editor and write that first draft without judgment.
Book covers can make or break your marketing so it’s important to choose a cover that matches the expectations of your genre.
The copyright claims board offers authors an opportunity to resolve copyright disputes without the cost of a full lawsuit.
Approach plotting as if it’s a puzzle, lay out the frame, match the pieces, put them together, and walk away for a little, if you need to.
Authors sometimes worry about taking inspiration from past authors. One author shares how she used Agatha Christie to do just that.
Inspiration can come from many different sources, some as easy as simply mixing up your routine and looking around you with new perspective.
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