Tips and Advice About Writing and Self-Publishing
The first Ramblings of the summer. I’m happy to say that I’ve finally caught up with all my back titles. I re-released the last of the batch yesterday. The next title I get rights back to is in October which gives me some breathing space and a chance to work on my mystery. Here’s a…
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It’s the first day of summer and I’ve already read the first book on this year’s books of summer. Many of you know I set aside twelve books each summer to read while the days are long and hot. I’ll reveal this year’s dozen very soon but the focus of this post is all…
I thought we’d try something a little different for writing prompts. An overall theme and stories that fit into them. First theme hobbies. Each week your character will tackle a new hobby. This week it’s photography- Has your character been given a new camera? Maybe one’s been sitting in their closet and they’re finally…
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I’ve been sorting through some of my old files and I came across this short article I wrote for, well, I can’t remember because it’s been that long. Best thing is it’s still relevant and fits in with the summer writing challenge so here it is… Raise your hand if you’ve begun writing a book. Now…
Once upon a time I was a girl who wanted nothing more than to be a published author. The rejections letter kept on coming so I worked harder but still I didn’t realize my dream. I think sheer determination, and maybe even some arrogance, got finally got me there but I had one other thing…
An earlier than normal Friday Ramblings. The work week isn’t over just yet but I’m going to take a few hours off to watch a World Cup soccer game. After that, it’s back to work. Thank you to this week’s guest blogger. I finally got another back title revamped and published. When I say back…
Have you ever thought about putting your writing skills to work for the greeting card industry? I know a couple of writers who’ve had lots of success in this niche. Here’s my interview with Ingrid Heffner who’s the editor at Blue Mountain Arts… This Writer’s Life (TWL)-Tell us about Blue Mountain Arts and what you…
It was a dark and stormy night or maybe even day… For this prompt your character is driving into a storm. Where are they headed? Do the attempt to beat the storm? Do they get caught in it? Do they rescue someone? What’s on the other side of the storm? Lots you can focus…
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One think I encourage my students to do is become a book reviewer. It not only helps you figure out what makes a story work (or not work), but it also lets you see who’s publishing what and where your story might fit into the current market. Today’s guest blogger has some great tips…
“It is impossible to discourage the real writers – they don’t give a damn what you say, they’re going to write.” ― Sinclair Lewis An editor once sent me a rejection letter advising me to do anything besides write. I guess the fact that I’m still writing, and according to Sinclair…
