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The Intentional Writer
Are You Managing Your Personal Brand?

Did you know you had a personal brand? It’s not just for writers or entertainers or politicians. Every person…
December 23, 2023
The Intentional Writer
Do you need a book proposal “cheat sheet”?

If you hope to pitch a book to a publisher, especially a non-fiction book, you will need to write…
November 24, 2023
The Intentional Writer
Boost Your Author Platform with Newsletter Ninja

Authors need to grow their platform. Authors want to sell books. One thing the marketing experts usually agree on…
September 24, 2023
The Intentional Writer
Want The Inside Scoop on Writing Mysteries?

When I sat down to write my first mystery, I knew I needed a guide. I’d written a few…
July 24, 2023
The Intentional Writer
Can Outlining Help You Become a Better Writer?

When I began learning how to write a novel, the word outline brought to mind dreaded high school assignments.…
June 24, 2023
The Intentional Writer
Why Do Writers Need to Know About Graphic Design?

We writers are good with words, but we may not be so good with images. For those of us…
May 24, 2023
The Intentional Writer
How to Hook Your Reader from Beginning to End: A Review of Wired for Story

As writers, we want to grab our reader’s attention from the very first sentence and keep them reading to…
April 24, 2023
The Intentional Writer
My Best Tool for Describing My Characters’ Emotions

Do you struggle to find the right words to describe your characters’ emotions? I certainly do. Description and portraying…
March 24, 2023
The Intentional Writer
How to Quit Striving and Work by Grace

If you’re like me, you often feel overwhelmed by all the things an author should do to succeed. Social…
February 24, 2023
The Intentional Writer
A Powerful Resource for Moving Past Writer’s Block

All writers suffer with creative blocks from time to time. You may not find yourself staring at a blank…
January 24, 2023
The Intentional Writer
How to Turn Writing Dreams into Writing Goals

As the year draws to a close, it’s a good idea to prepare for the year ahead. This post…
December 22, 2022
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Tap into the Power of Collaborations

Experts continue to tell writers that their email list is one of the best ways to turn followers into…
November 24, 2022
The Intentional Writer
Endorsements, Reviews and Testimonials

When I’m considering a travel destination, a purchase, or even a new recipe to try, I usually read reviews…
October 24, 2022
The Intentional Writer
Be A Responsible Writer – Internet Best Practices

We want to be responsible, professional writers, but there are so many little details to remember. Here are some…
September 24, 2022
The Intentional Writer
My Author Platform Mistakes and How To Avoid Them

You hear it at every writers’ conference—Platform Is Important! Long before you have a book published, you need to…
August 24, 2022
The Intentional Writer
Are You Intentional About Growing Your Writing Craft?

Writers of all levels know the importance of continuing to learn new skills, refine writing skills, and challenge themselves.…
July 24, 2022
The Intentional Writer
How to Optimize Your Writing Sessions

Do you feel guilty because you can’t crank out two thousand words every morning like your writer friends? Have…
June 24, 2022
The Intentional Writer
Common Writer Questions: How to Convey Accents

“How do I write dialogue to show an accent or dialect?” I’ve often heard this question discussed at writing…
May 24, 2022
The Intentional Writer
Need Inspiration? Try these Writing Mantras

So many things can hinder our writing. Our lives are filled with distractions and competing commitments, while our inner…
April 24, 2022
The Intentional Writer
Does Your Website Homepage Answer These 5 Questions?

A homepage is like the lobby of your personal office building. When a visitor arrives at an office lobby,…
March 24, 2022
The Intentional Writer
Do You Need a Press Kit?

A press kit may sound like something that only celebrities and big-time authors need, but that’s not true. Everyone…
February 24, 2022
A3 Contributor Book Release, The Intentional Writer
Three Lessons from Writing My Second Novel

I’m excited to share my new release, Fountains and Secrets, with my Almost an Author family, along with a…
January 24, 2022
The Intentional Writer
Are You Clear on What You’re Trying to Accomplish?

I’ve been blogging for over seven years and in that time I’ve learned a lot about how to be…
December 24, 2021
The Intentional Writer
Looking at Target Audience from the Standpoint of Ministry

Writers are frequently encouraged to identify their target audience. However, we don’t always look at a target audience through…
November 24, 2021
The Intentional Writer
Why Do You Need a Concise Writing Ministry Statement?

Why do you write? How does what you write benefit others? Have you identified the purpose or ministry of…
October 24, 2021