Intellectual Property Rights in Writing – What Rights Do I Have? by Kelley Way
Kelley Way explains what is meant by intellectual property and shares the rights you have regarding your written materials.
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Five Strategies to Prevent Perfectionism: The Thorny Side of Self Care by Lisa Towles
Self care is important for authors to make time for even when it’s difficult to resist the allure of perfectionism and admit you need help.
Three Steps to Three Dimensional Characters by Laurel Osterkamp
Three dimensional characters make better stories, here are three steps authors can use to help readers connect to their characters.
Write in the Style Of…. by LA Bourgeois
Writing in someone else’s style is an excellent exercise to help authors develop their creativity and their own writing voice.
Time Off Can Get You to the Finish Line by LA Bourgeois
If you’re having trouble finishing your novel, try taking a break and let your brain work on it in the background while you recharge.
Five Types of Point of View and Which One is Absolutely, No Doubt the Best by Laurel Osterkamp
Authors can have difficulty choosing their books point of view, sometimes they can look to their story to help them decide.
Your First Draft: Write It Crappy by LA Bourgeois
A crappy first draft can be the step between an idea and a bestseller, silence your inner editor and write that first draft without judgment.
How to Write Flash Fiction by Catharine Bramkamp
Flash fiction is a great way to show off your skill on social media, here are some easy tips and tricks on how to perfect the art.
Change of Plan: Revising Your Story as You Go by Nevada McPherson
Making changes to your story, while you’re writing it, can seem overwhelming and frustrating unless you’re prepared for them.
My Kids Won’t Let Me Write! Now What? Finding Time to Write in your Busy Day by Daniel Rice
It’s hard for authors, new and old, to find time to write, but making the most of the time you have can make all the difference.
Too Busy to Breathe: Are You Being Productive or Just Busy? by Catharine Bramkamp
Being busy is often honored, revered and complimented, but busy-ness often results in poor productivity, mistakes, and overwhelm.
Your Masters’ Words: Using Copywork to Strengthen Your Craft by LA Bourgeois
Just as artists copy the master’s works to improve their skill, copying books can help you better understand how to write your own book.
The Curiosity Card Catalog by LA Bourgeois
When your creativity seems lost, curiosity and a trip to the library for ideas, can reignite it and spark new ideas and stories.
Write What’s Easy: Accepting Our Expertise by Catharine Bramkamp
Writing is expected to be difficult and difficulty is often idolized as necessary. Rather than question the process, we should welcome the ease and expertise we’ve developed.
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