Many authors think that a strong plot and compelling characters are enough to make their stories work. But actually, you need to build an emotional connection with your readers, immerse them into the story...
It’s easy to get blocked if you’re attempting to use a story structure that doesn’t work for the kind of story you want to tell and for the kind of writer you are. When...
Writing a novel can be a chaotic, messy process. What if your writing software helped you surf your creative process, instead of make you crazy? What if you had a personal organizational superhero for...
I’m excited to present a special webinar training for fiction writers by Scrivener expert, friend, and fellow novelist, Vanessa Kier. In her own words: You’re looking for a better way to write your novel....
Not everyone approaches writing their novels the same way. Their problems are each different, so their solutions need to be too. In my work with lots of different kinds of writers as a writing...
One of the most common questions I get from fiction writers is, “Where do I begin?” The writer is overwhelmed, feeling lost, and maybe very frustrated. They have a story in them, but nowhere...
Word of mouth still sells more books than any other promotional tool out there. If you just state what you write in a way that generates curiosity, then you can get more people engaged...
SIGN UP HERE! Amazon is a great place to sell books, but most authors don’t realize that Amazon has an internal sales machine that will actually help you market your book, for free, if...
Because some of you asked I wanted to let you know that Kitty is doing a little better. She’s on meds and is a little bit more energetic. Hopefully at the end of the...
on Plan Your Novel: Essential Plot & Character Tips *New & Updated* Last year Ezra and I gave this webinar to over 200 registered attendees. We’re please to bring back this webinar this year!...
book marketing / Events / Webinar / Writing Tips
by Beth Barany · Published September 9, 2015 · Last modified December 15, 2015
To begin, let’s define some terms. You’re an author who needs to market. Marketing is about connecting with potential readers and sharing with them about your book. Let’s talk about mindset. Another word for...
Ezra and I will sharing on the benefits of a writing community with writing teachers and mentors as we give a sneak peek of our writing retreat in Paris this October 3-10, 2015. WHEN:...
We’re excited to bring you a special webinar this month, “Plan Your Novel: Essential Plot & Character Tips Webinar (& An overview of the “30-Day Challenge to Preparing Your Novel” June 2015 course)”. I...
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