A Pinch of Poetry
Poetry Contests: Where to Find Them
Since there is not a high demand for poetry in the publishing industry, one way to get your poems…
December 16, 2015-
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Magazine and FreelanceHow To Drive a Magazine Editor Crazy by Lori Hatcher
Professional, friendly and witty are words I use to describe Lori. I met her at the Blue Ridge Mountain…
December 16, 2015 -
The Writer's PenCaseWriting Unforgettable Fiction—Part III
This time, we’ll look at Character Struggles, and how they help make unforgettable fiction. Here’s a great way to…
December 15, 2015 -
Publishing PerspectivesSubmitting a Fiction Novel to a Publisher, Part 2: The Synopsis
The first part of this series examined the Query Letter. In this column, we’ll look at the synopsis. Most…
December 14, 2015 -
A Little Red Ink, EditingWhat Is a Copy Edit?
What is a copy edit? When you’re ready to choose a freelance editor, knowing the level of edit you’re…
December 13, 2015 -
History in the MakingThree Reasons A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a Classic
With Christmas just around the corner, I decided to read Charles Dickens’ famous novel, A Christmas Carol, and discovered…
December 12, 2015 -
TourBlog Tour Stop – Elaine Marie Cooper
[author title=”Elaine Marie Cooper” image=”https://www.almostanauthor.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/JPH04.14.0006WebRdy-6-of-14.jpg”]Elaine Marie Cooper is the award-winning author of “Bethany’s Calendar” and “Fields of the Fatherless.”…
December 11, 2015 -
The Efficiency AddictWriting a Novel: The Gift of Bad Writing
I’m a firm believer in being efficient. Why waste time when a little planning can make such a positive…
December 10, 2015 -
Child's CraftRhyme Time
‘Twas the evening before Christmas, and through the entire shack Not a soul moved, especially tiny rat. If Clement…
December 9, 2015 -
Heard It Through The HartlineWhat I look for when considering a client
There are a few basic requirements I require in order for me to strongly consider a prospective client. They…
December 8, 2015 -
Writer's Block
The Blank Page
Writing Prompt #4 Arriving at work early, I was sitting in my car thinking about this month’s writing prompt…
December 7, 2015 -
Truth Be ToldPleasing Our Neighbor
Each of us must please our neighbor for the good purpose of building up the neighbor. (Romans 15:2, NRSV)…
December 6, 2015 -
Touching Soul and SpiritTaking Care of the Candle that is You
“Burning the candle at both ends” vividly captures the portrait of the day-to-day mêlée most of us call…
December 5, 2015 -
Pleasant Rosebud - Romantic SuspenseA CRIME AWAY
George squinted at the sun the moment he stepped through the gates of Jessup. Freedom. So strange to his…
December 4, 2015 -
Create. Motivate. Inspire., SupportTake Another Look
One of my favorite drama exercises is to take a familiar object and brainstorm what that object could be.…
December 3, 2015 -
BestsellersBestselling Author Interview – Eva Marie Everson
[author title=”Eva Marie Everson” image=”https://www.almostanauthor.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Eva-Marie-Hi-Res.jpeg”]Eva Marie Everson is the best-selling, multiple award-winning author of works both fiction and nonfiction.…
December 2, 2015 -
Developing Your Writer's Voice, UncategorizedChristmas Newsletters and the Writer’s Voice Within
There are two schools of thought about Christmas newsletters we receive from friends and family. One group loves them,…
December 2, 2015 -
Have Words, Will Travel....Travel Writing 101, Uncategorized5 Fun Gifts for Your Favorite Travel Writer
Tis the season to gift, and be gifted! Maybe you may have a favorite travel writer on your list,…
December 1, 2015 -
Blogging BasicsThree Ways Comparison Can Kill Your Blogging Confidence
Blogging requires a balanced combination of vision, passion, craft, and energy. Comparison can quickly squelch your energy and derail…
November 30, 2015 -
Truth Be ToldOver or Under?
Over or Under? Have you fought this battle in your house? In our home, my wonderful husband has deferred…
November 29, 2015 -
StoryworldFood for your Storyworld
Regardless how fantastic the setting, the people in your book must treat their environment as commonplace. A character who…
November 28, 2015 -
Write JustifiedMaking a Point–Indirectly
Let’s categorize these three figures of speech as “substitutions.” We’re going to explore three devices that make a point…
November 27, 2015 -
Tour
Blog Tour Stop – Carol Heilman
[author title=”Carol Heilman” image=”https://www.almostanauthor.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/DSC0432.jpeg”]Carol Guthrie Heilman, a coal-miner’s daughter, married a farmer’s son, her high school sweetheart, over fifty…
November 26, 2015 -
UncategorizedMiraculous Moments
She experienced some miraculous moments. Her name is Betty Killian. For years this precious woman raised children and helped…
November 25, 2015 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifeWriting: All the Feels
If anyone tells you writing is not an emotional thing, don’t believe it. Writing can be quite the emotional…
November 25, 2015
