Welcome to the next installment of craft posts by monthly guest columnist, Kay Keppler, on novel writing. Today she’ll help you with writing dialogue. You can contact Kay through the Writer’s Fun Zone or at kaykeppler AT yahoo DOT com to ask...
In today’s post, author Faith Van Horne discusses the importance and power of writing deadlines. Don’t procrastinate! Read her article and get writing! *** One of the greatest barriers I face in producing words...
Welcome back to Tiffany Turpin Johnson, a kidlit writer and editor whose monthly column, Scribe Supplies: Writerly Tools for Success, brings you the best in all types of tools for professional writers. Today she...
Book Editing / Courses + Workshops / Writing Tips
by Beth Barany · Published June 14, 2013 · Last modified June 13, 2013
As an author, you’ve undoubtedly realized how important editing is during the course of your writing process. After completing your first draft you may feel a sense of relief as a result of being...
Today we welcome Melinda Pierce back and thank her for another great article. In this article, she discusses the value of a writing coach. Enjoy! *** There are tons upwards to a gazillion (yes,...
To write effective and compelling flash fiction, authors must remember to make it simple and make it snappy.
Blog Tour / book marketing / Book Promotion
by Beth Barany · Published June 7, 2013 · Last modified April 28, 2014
Scheduling and participating in a blog tour for your new book is a great way to market your book from the comfort of your home and within the constraints of your schedule.
Creativity Tools and Tips / Play and Games / Writing Tips / Writing Workshop
by Beth Barany · Published June 6, 2013 · Last modified June 3, 2013
Organizing a writing workshop, if even just for you, is a great way to schedule writing time into your otherwise hectic schedule.
book marketing / Book Promotion
by Beth Barany · Published June 5, 2013 · Last modified June 3, 2013
What Should I Read? I was recently asked this question by a reporter and it really made me think about the process a book lover goes through when determining what book to buy.
Guest Columnists / Writing Tips
by Beth Barany · Published June 4, 2013 · Last modified June 3, 2013
Finding a good writing critique group can play a critical role in getting your book ready for publication as well as in front of a reputable publisher.
In order for your memoir to be successful, for your readers as well as yourself, it needs to be as honest and open as possible.
Your protagonist can be only as strong as the antagonist who engages that character in struggle.
Blogging and writing fiction can occur simultaneously to produce fantastic pieces of literature.
Writing a novella is a great way to entice your readers, even if you don’t have enough content to write a full-fledged novel.
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