Reading “Bad” Books by Kay Keppler
You don’t learn how to write only by reading books you enjoy. You also learn how to write by reading books you dislike. So why should you read (even if you don’t finish) books you don’t like?
Author: Guest Contributor
Balancing work, life, and writing: How many hats do you wear? by Ann Woodford
You may have a million other things calling your attention away from that story you love so much. Balancing work, life, and writing is a challenge, but doable. Here’s some tips for you.
Returning to Writing Fiction After the Death of Someone Close by Tinthia Clemant
Nothing could have prepared her for the devastating blow she received when her loved one died. The long winding road of how one writer found her way back to writing after the death of a loved one.
Act of Creating: Why Our Work is Important by Nevada McPherson
The end of winter is nigh, and whether yours has been a winter of discontent or one of satisfaction and productivity, the spring represents a time of new beginnings, new goals, and new challenges.
Can I Use Other People’s Fictional Characters in My Book? by Kelley Way
In this article, a literary lawyer talks about fictional people, specifically, fictional characters that are still protected by copyright.
6 Reasons to Narrate Your Book by Patricia Simpson
In addition to taking advantage of this lucrative market, discover 6 reasons to narrate your book by award-winning author, Patricia Simpson.
How to Welcome Bad Book Reviews by Keri Kruspe
Are bad reviews something to cry about? They don’t have to be. Discover the benefits of your bad book reviews and even how to welcome them by science fiction romance author, Keri Kruspe.
8 Common Problems In Fiction Writing by Dominique Lambright
Discover 8 common problems in fiction writing to avoid so you can make your story stronger and attractive to an agent or editor and ultimately to your readers.
The Pain and Perils of Starting Over by Catharine Bramkamp
Who hasn’t had nightmares of losing their work? What do you do when you’ve lost weeks, months, years of work? Explore the pain and perils of starting over with Catharine Bramkamp.
Why a Social Media Audit Might be a Good Thing by Willow Woodford
A social media audit is a very simple tool that will give you a snapshot of your social media presence and an understanding of how effective your social media presence is.
Can I Write About a Real Person in My Book? Defamation, Right of Privacy and Right of Publicity in Writing by Kelley Way
When you write fiction, you probably want to know if you can write about a real person. Some things to consider are defamation, right of privacy and right of publicity in your writing.
Four Exercises for Better Revision by Kay Keppler
Writing a novel is only the first step. You still need to revise it to make it as polished as you can. Even if you think it’s ready for prime time, try these four exercises to spot areas that could be improved.
Your Writer’s Career Needs a Boost? Go to a Conference! by Keri Kruspe
If you’re wanting to give your writing career a boost, consider a writer’s conference. Here’s a list of conferences, plus some questions to consider, by science fiction romance novelist Keri Kruspe.
Patience: The Road Ahead by Nevada McPherson
Patience on the writing road ahead by writer and artist, Nevada McPherson. Thoughts on the writing process as she hits the midpoint of her novel.
Recent Comments