The Perils of Internet Posting
Welcome to the semi-regular series on artist entrepreneurship. Today we focus on writers specifically and on an important issue to be aware of in today’s electronic world — what you can or cannot post...
Welcome to the semi-regular series on artist entrepreneurship. Today we focus on writers specifically and on an important issue to be aware of in today’s electronic world — what you can or cannot post...
The day has finally dawned! After all your hard work and endless rounds of submissions, you have a publisher that wants to publish your book. But when the publisher hands you the contract, should you just sign on the dotted line, or should you look it over first? If you did look it over, what would you be looking for?
by Beth Barany · Published August 14, 2009 · Last modified April 9, 2019
Here’s a list of Resource pages on the Writer’s Fun Zone: Books on Creativity: https://writersfunzone.com/blog/resources-books-on-creativity/ Books on Fiction Writing: https://writersfunzone.com/blog/resources-books-on-fiction-writing/ Character Naming: https://writersfunzone.com/blog/resources-chracter-naming/ Books on Literary Law: https://writersfunzone.com/blog/resources/resources-books-on-literary-law/ Book Marketing Resources: https://writersfunzone.com/blog/resources/book-marketing-resources/ On E-Publishing:...
by Beth Barany · Published November 26, 2008 · Last modified December 28, 2025
Updated: December 2025 Writer’s Fun Zone was created by a creative writer and creativity coach, Beth Barany. Beth Barany is an award-winning novelist, certified creativity coach, and podcaster with 20+ years guiding fiction writers...
Top Blog Posts for 2025 curates Kelley Way’s essential posts on copyright, IP basics, trusts, and key legal issues for writers.
Future Fantasy, Real-World Resilience with Randee Dawn – How To Write the Future podcast epsiode, 178 *** “I love plot, I love character, and I just feel like the colors are bolder and brighter...
Learn how to make your main characters likable by using relatable goals, emotional depth, and compelling inner conflict.
Kelley Way answers the question, How do I transfer rights to my Kindle direct publishing account after my death? Here are 3 ways to do it.
How do we write a good romance novel? It starts with giving romantic heroines agency. Laurel Osterkamp thinks Emily Henry is great at this.
Laurel Osterkamp talks about which tropes to avoid if you want to write an engaging novel that empowers the characters you write about.
Simple and Powerful Storytelling Structure with Leon Conrad – How To Write the Future podcast, episode 139 “ Because It’s grounded on a very simple principle. Story, well told, well crafted, well structured, will have...
Some say there are only nine original stories, so here are nine writing prompts to go with that idea, presented by author Laurel Osterkamp.
Laurel Osterkamp shares nine steps to crafting a romantic heroine who is made with love, care, and with the readers in mind.
Laurel Osterkamp shares tips for mastering banter for dynamic character relationships. Add depth and fun to your character’s interactions!
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