The restless artist is an inventor, happiest when she is creating the next great thing, so how can she become a success this way? Learn more from Catharine Bramkamp, author of Writing from the Queen’s Seat: Discover and Write From Your Authentic Authority.
If you’re stuck on your book, try outlining your novel. If you hate rigid outlining, doing a brainstorming page might change your mind about how you plan out your book. Read on for more tips on outlining your novel.
What happens when ideas for writing the sequel won’t leave you alone as you edit the first novel? Uncover the pros and cons from one creative writer’s perspective. so you can finish what you’re working on now—while looking forward to the next shiny new project!
Scifi romance novelist Keri Kruspe was in for a big surprise when the first book of her new series did take off — at all. “My Book Bombed,” she said. What a surprise! Discover how she started to turn things around in this revealing post.
About Flash Fiction from expert and writer, Nancy Stohlman. *** You could call me a flash aficionado. In the last dozen years I’ve: co-founded a flash fiction press, started a flash fiction reading series,...
You may wonder what kind of copyrighted material you can use in your promotions. Dive into what is fair use and do’s and don’t’s for fair use in business by literary and estate attorney, and writer, Kelley Way.
A fangirl ode to writing teacher and mentor, Natalie Goldberg, by novelist and writing teacher, Catharine Bramkamp.
How careful are you when you describe your characters? Have you ever—or ever been tempted—to fall into clichés to get your point across? If you can avoid character stereotypes, you can strengthen your writing and keep your reader captivated.
Autumn is the season of the metal element, a great time to get inspired and to let go of what isn’t working, including negative self-talk and old stories about your creative self. Gain insight on the metal element from acupuncturist, healer, and coach, Marie Bowser.
Some think fair use is a magic bullet that will defend them against all lawsuits. Others are confused and want to know more about what fair use is and how it works. Join us for frequently asked questions and answers by literary lawyer, Kelley Way.
To blog as a novelist: what to blog about and more. The adventures, tips, benefits, and challenges of sci-fi romance author, Keri Kruspe. With lots of resources if you want to start blogging.
It’s the end of the summer and the rough draft phase in the development of my novel. It’s also the beginning of rewrites, revisions, and serious editing. And getting a bird’s eye view of the story.
Authors often discuss the Muse. We court her, coax her, ask for her blessing. What we forget to mention is the wild ride. What would you do if you only had the time?
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