Fighting Writer Chaos by Linda Bell Brighton
After the first book of Sidonia The Sorceress Series, Wolgast Castle, was complete, I started on the second and came to a screaming halt. Was it Second Book Fears?
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An Author’s Comfort Zone by Sharon Ledwith
This post could have also been dubbed ‘Balance 101 for Authors’. About sixteen months ago the first novel in my middle-grade/YA time travel series hit the cyber bookshelves. There was so much to do, and it felt like there wasn’t enough time to do everything.
Bare Bones: A Haunting Setting Game for Writers
This was the writing assignment that inspired my first published children’s story: Write a bare bones short story of 300 words or fewer. It will have a simple plot, almost no description, and two (exactly two) plot twists.
Don’t Start Your Writing Career Believing Falsehoods: Learn the Art of Writing by Carol Malone
I’ve been on a serious writing journey for awhile and just published my first eBook. While walking that path, I’ve discovered a lot of things about myself and the writing process.
Motivation for Writers by Faith Van Horne
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.
Guest Post: Feel Stuck in a Creative Rut? Find The Sacred in Every Day by Amanda Elo’esh
Start feeding the source that feeds you, and don’t stop. Don’t ever stop.
Guest Post: Let’s Get Together: Building a Cohesive Online Critique Group by Melinda Pierce
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.
Gratitude: It’s good for Your Finances & Your Purse by Vangile Makwakwa
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.
The Best Resources for Writing a Fast First Draft by Tiffany Turpin Johnson
If you’ve ever tried to write a book in a short amount of time, you know what a daunting task it can be. But you don’t have to stumble through the process alone.
How to Write a Blockbuster by Kay Keppler
Many people have said it, but you can never hear it too often: the way to write a book that readers will find irresistible is to answer the basic questions of who, what, why, and why not.
Blog Challenges, Blog Tours & Blog Awards by Annmarie Miles
There are many blogging challenges out there. If you want to flex your blogging muscles there’s plenty going on.
The Value of an Author Assistant Part 2 by Melinda B. Pierce
A friend of mine is a full-time personal assistant for an author and makes anywhere from $35 to $55 and hour.
On Ghostwriting: Have Pen. Will Write. (For Pay) by Alice H. Anderson
Maintaining the client’s voice throughout the book is crucial to his or her satisfaction and to the bottom line: sales.
Body Movement for Writers by Faith Van Horne
The idea of expressing art through one’s body can seem foreign in this environment, but I believe it’s vital for unlocking creative potential in other areas.
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