by Guest Contributor · Published December 19, 2022 · Last modified January 12, 2023
Let’s welcome back Linnea Gradin as she shares with us “Turn Your Writing Hobby into a Side Business.” Enjoy! *** As an aspiring novelist, it sometimes seems impossible to find time to write, let...
by Guest Contributor · Published December 16, 2022 · Last modified December 6, 2022
To gain attention for your novels, try blogging – a powerful marketing resource. Here’s some basic misconceptions and advice to get started.
Copyright law protects creative work from being used without reference or purchase and it’s important to be sure you’re familiar with it.
by Guest Contributor · Published December 2, 2022 · Last modified December 1, 2022
Hoarding, as a character flaw, creates characters with depth and you can find inspiration for this in the world all around you.
by Guest Contributor · Published November 22, 2022 · Last modified November 26, 2022
A successful, well-built mailing list is vital and can increase books sales for independent and traditionally published authors alike.
Self care is important for authors to make time for even when it’s difficult to resist the allure of perfectionism and admit you need help.
Trademarks identify your brand and help with sales, but you can wait to register it until your brand has grown enough to cover the cost.
by Guest Contributor · Published November 4, 2022 · Last modified November 1, 2022
A plan can help authors organize their time and production schedule to prevent the last minute chaos procrastination often creates.
by Guest Contributor · Published October 28, 2022 · Last modified October 30, 2022
Three dimensional characters make better stories, here are three steps authors can use to help readers connect to their characters.
by Guest Contributor · Published October 25, 2022 · Last modified October 30, 2022
Tuning into your inner self and your heartbeat might be the best way an author can break through writer’s block and find inspiration.
by Guest Contributor · Published October 21, 2022 · Last modified October 13, 2022
The ancient Greek practice of Stikhomanteia, or divination can inspire new stories and end the writer’s block so many authors dread.
by Guest Contributor · Published October 18, 2022 · Last modified October 13, 2022
Writing in someone else’s style is an excellent exercise to help authors develop their creativity and their own writing voice.
by Guest Contributor · Published October 14, 2022 · Last modified October 13, 2022
Rewriting, or revision, is something every writer faces, it’s helpful to be aware of common mistakes so you can avoid them.
Authors need to protect themselves from potential lawsuits by understanding the definitions of defamation, libel and slander.
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