There are days I just don’t want to write. Actually, most days before I begin writing, it’s hard to pick up the pen (or put my fingers on the keyboard, depending on which stage of the writing process I’m in) and just go. I don’t want to. I’d rather distract myself with pointless internet surfing.
artist entrepreneur / Author Career / Writing Tips
by Beth Barany · Published October 14, 2013 · Last modified October 10, 2013
Start feeding the source that feeds you, and don’t stop. Don’t ever stop.
Author Career / Author Entrepreneur / Writing Tips
by Beth Barany · Published October 11, 2013 · Last modified October 10, 2013
Have you heard someone say that about your work? Or maybe you’ve been thinking the same thing. So why not give it a try?
When I entered the realm of writing, I did so in secret. Concerned I’d be laughed at by family, friends and even my husband, I didn’t tell a soul.
I decided at the beginning of 2013 that I would work hard on my writing, take it seriously and take every opportunity I could get.
A friend of mine, a starving artist, refuses to give gifts and party away her money in December, instead she asks all her friends to choose a day and go as a group at her favorite charity.
Whatever it is you are stuck on, whether it is writing a novel or blog, cleaning the house, a dreaded task, or making a major change in your life, LISTEN to what you are telling yourself. What we think, feel, and do determines whether we start and successfully complete a project or stop ourselves with doubts and procrastination.
The How to Write a Novel in Weekend replay is now available. The webinar reached capacity with almost 800 registrants yesterday! Wow! So if you weren’t able to join us, watch now as I, fiction author...
A lot of aspiring authors find that part of the problem they find themselves struggling to write has to do with the environment they’re trying to write in.
Writing Tips / Writing Workshop
by Beth Barany · Published October 2, 2013 · Last modified October 3, 2013
Hello my friends! I’m so excited! When I was approached by my colleague, Alicia Dunams, founder of the Bestseller in a Weekend programs, to partner with her for fiction writers, I jumped at the chance....
Please welcome Mysti Parker’s, A Ranger’s Tale, for her Spotlight! *** Title: A Ranger’s Tale Series: Tallenmere Author: Mysti Parker Genre: Paranormal, Fantasy, Romance Publisher: Melange Books Formats Available In: All eBook formats and...
Welcome back to monthly columnist, Wyatt Bessing. A writing coach and teacher, author, Wyatt Bessing shares his fun take on games, play, and how they help our writing. This month Wyatt makes a game out of character...
Creativity Tools and Tips / Writing Tips
by Beth Barany · Published September 19, 2013 · Last modified September 4, 2013
Let’s welcome back Kay Keppler for another month with Writer’s Fun Zone! In today’s article, Kay discusses the importance of giving your characters tough goals to achieve, and the impact tough goals have on...
Please welcome guest columnist Vangile Makwakwa to Writer’s Fun Zone! Today Vangile discusses how to overcome writer’s block and fear of rejection. Enjoy! *** Fear of rejection is one of the biggest blocks to...
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