Screenwriting
Final Draft
For the last six months, I’ve known what I wanted to write about my final post of the year.…
December 4, 2022-
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Devotions for WritersThe Most Wonderful Parade
Imagine the grandest parade you’ve ever seen. Maybe you’re watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in person with three…
December 3, 2022 -
Writers ChatWriters Chat Recap for November Part 2
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Brow, is the show where we talk about all…
November 30, 2022 -
Uncategorized, Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)Appreciate the Little Things
As I spent Thanksgiving by myself this year, I had some time to reflect on not just 2022, but…
November 29, 2022 -
Writing for YAWhen and How to Use Flashbacks and Backstory Effectively
I recently asked an avid reader what one of their fiction pet peeves were. The answer? Too many flashbacks…
November 28, 2022 -
Book ProposalsA Simple Proposal Formula
I wrote about 50 books with traditional publishers and even crafted two proposals that got six figure advances—before I…
November 26, 2022 -
The Intentional WriterTap 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 -
History in the MakingChristmas Wishes: A Peek at the Sears Christmas Catalog
Alice’s feet drag to the mailbox. She had waited until the mailman travelled a few houses beyond theirs. She…
November 23, 2022 -
Romancing Your StoryWhy Are Christmas Romances So Popular
I’m sure you’re aware of all the Christmas romance movies that Hallmark airs on television before Thanksgiving into the…
November 23, 2022 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for November Part One
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Brow, is the show where we talk about all…
November 19, 2022 -
Fantasy-Sci-FiThis Little Light
Sharing your fantastical words and worlds can be terrifying. You feel everyone’s eyes on you, weighing the thoughts you…
November 15, 2022 -
Magazine, Freelance, and CopywritingBuilding and Marketing Your Brand as a Freelance Writer
When you’re a freelance copywriter or author, you’re not just your own boss — you are your own brand,…
November 14, 2022 -
Marketing SenseHow to Promote Your Next Big Thing Before It’s Ready: No Trickery Involved
Almost. Your book is almost ready to buy. Your event’s tickets are almost ready for purchase. Your course is…
November 12, 2022 -
Kids LitAn Old Story New Every Year
The birth of Jesus from Luke 2 is one story that never grows old. Generations of writers have explored…
November 8, 2022 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life‘Tis the Season of Thankfulness
Even though Christmas items have been up in stores for what seems like forever, ’tis the season of .…
November 6, 2022 -
Screenwriting
Pumping the Brakes
This month I want to continue talking about the importance of pacing and screenwriting. I want to emphasize that…
November 4, 2022 -
Devotions for Writers
Creating Community
A visit with college buddies reminded me of the bonds we create over shared experiences. The photo album teased…
November 3, 2022 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for October Part 2
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Brow, is the show where we talk about all…
November 1, 2022 -
Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)
Fear Factor
As I write this month’s post, I am waiting to hear back from agents and publishers to whom I…
October 29, 2022 -
Writing for YA
How to Keep Readers Engaged: Interview with Ya Author M.J. Padgett
M. J. Padgett is a YA author and co-owner of Pirate Cat Publishing and I asked her advice about…
October 28, 2022 -
Book Proposals, Uncategorized
Be the Exception
It’s easy to feel lost in the world of book publishing. Experts say there are over a million proposals…
October 26, 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 -
Writing Romance
Who’s Behind the Mask?
Upon doing a search for romance novels that include a masquerade, I found that many romance novels include the…
October 23, 2022 -
History in the Making
The Tarnished Glamour of Masquerades
If you watch movies or read fiction novels, your perception of masquerades is probably of elaborate parties among the…
October 20, 2022 -
Mastering Middle Grade
I’m an Author
My co-host Lori Scott has an exceptional series about bringing her YA novel from concept to reality, but for…
October 16, 2022