Writing Myth for the Ages by Michael Finberg
When most people think of myth — if they think about it at all — conjure up images of Greek gods fighting it out in skimpy clothes.
Category: Writing Tips
NaNoWriMo: Purists Read No Further! by Martin Haworth
This time last year, I was faced with a challenge that I never thought I would take up. I’d written a few short stories and lots of non-fiction articles, as well as a whole raft of short e-books on leadership.
List Building Giveaway Promo for Fiction Writing Teachers / Coaches (Beta)
Let’s do some list building! To do that, I’m looking for like-minded colleagues who would like to be successful together. I’ll be doing a list builder giveaway campaign for writing teachers and coaches, launching...
The Power of Nanowrimo + Survey! by Beth Barany
Updated: August 1, 2023 IN THIS ARTICLE — On the power of Nanowrimo (National Novel Writing Month) and a Survey for you! Jump here to take the survey right away. ** What good things...
Getting Intimate with Your Characters by Kay Keppler
A famous author once said that every book should contain a love story. Now, that author might not have thought that the love story needed a sex scene, but many novelists writing in every genre do include sex scenes in their books. And there’s a problem with that.
My Favorite Monsters by Nevada McPherson
Halloween is on its way; time to get out Boney, our life-size skeleton decoration. He’s been around for several years now. His skull fell off his neck, but we repaired him and now he’s sitting in a fold-out chair on our porch, waving at passers-by, his skeleton hand high in the air.
Blocked? Try a Dose of Nature by Catharine Bramkamp
It seems that the only time we look up is when our phone is held up arm’s length to capture another selfie. With us always in the foreground, the background has become increasingly unimportant.
QUIZ: Are you ready to start your novel?
I have a quiz for you today! Check any of the statements below that are true for you. ____ I know what I want to write about but I don’t know how to begin....
I Don’t Believe in Writer’s Block by Hugh Tipping
I don’t believe in writer’s block. I find the term to be a misnomer. When a car runs out of gas and stops, the driver doesn’t yell “Oh, no! I’m blocked!” The car is not blocked. It just has nothing to run on.
Are you ready to take the leap into actually writing your novel?
Are you ready to take the leap into actually writing your novel?
Are You Positive? by Carol Malone
I don’t know if you’re like me, but watching all the disasters taking place recently has left me feeling forlorn for the loss of life and property, and less than positive about the future.
Time Management – How to Eek Out More Time by Chloe Adler
I wrote one blog on the tools one can use for productivity before at and all of those tools still stand. They’re all great. What I found was that I used too many at once and that didn’t end up working well for me as I spent more time inputting and checking off than was necessary.
Q&A with Developmental Editor Sue Brown-Moore and Beth Barany
Recently I interviewed developmental editor, acquisitions editor, and podcaster, Sue Brown-Moore, for my occasional Ask A Writing Coach series. Sue and I talked about editing, how to prepare for an editor, and how to handle feedback from an editor.
Q&A With Scrivener Coach, Vanessa Kier #askaWritingCoach
Recently I interviewed novelist and Scrivener coach, Vanessa Kier, for my occasional Ask A Writing Coach series. Vanessa and I talked about the basics about Scrivener and she shared with me some tips and tricks. I hope you enjoy the video. You can also check out the audio-only format.
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