Guest Posts
Sculpting a Masterpiece
The beautiful prose that came to mind in the shower somehow transformed into clunky sentences by the time I…
May 8, 2021-
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Fantasy-Sci-FiShould You Base Your Novel on Your RPG Camapaign?
Many fantasy writers got their introduction to the genre not through books but through Table Top Role Playing Games…
May 7, 2021 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifeWhat Do You Write?
It’s almost SWCS, or Summer Writers Conference Season, for those of you who don’t know. I attended my first…
May 6, 2021 -
ScreenwritingKnow the Rules
In my latest screenplay, I decided to take a risk and break the rules. I wanted to give my…
May 4, 2021 -
Devotions for WritersFertile Words
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God…
May 3, 2021 -
BestsellersInterview with Award-Winning Author Jarm Del Boccio
Can you share a little about your recent book? Sure! The Heart Changer is a middle-grade historical fiction that…
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Writers ChatWriters Chat Recap for April, Part 2
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Brow, is the show where we talk about all…
April 30, 2021 -
Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)We All Fall
Twenty-four years ago, I experienced one of the most embarrassing moments of my life: I fell off the commode…
April 29, 2021 -
Guest Posts
TikTok For Beginners: Ultimate Guide To Market Your Brand In 2021
TikTok is currently one of the most popular video sharing applications in the social media world. It’s filled with…
April 28, 2021 -
Writing for YAWriting a First Novel: Creating Characters
In past blog posts, I’ve written about choosing a genre, story premise, and GMC. A key element of any…
April 27, 2021 -
Guest Posts
5 Tips For Better Guest Post Writing
Guest post writing is one of the best tools you can use to create a good reputation and help…
April 26, 2021 -
Guest Posts
7 Tips on Describing Surroundings in Your Novel
The story setting in literature describes the where and when of a character and action. The setting of a…
April 25, 2021 -
Guest Posts
The Key Differences Between the USA And UK Book Markets
The book publishing industry is one of the largest in the world. In 2020 alone, printed book sales increased…
April 23, 2021 -
Mystery/Thriller/SuspensePets as a Plot Ploy
Are pets an asset or an albatross in our mystery, suspense, and thriller genre? Pets have shown up in…
April 21, 2021 -
History in the MakingWhat Time is It?
When writing historical fiction, it’s important to be aware of your timeline. Timelines are significant in all genres of…
April 20, 2021 -
Guest Posts
How To Get Over Writer’s Block
Every writer’s heart stops when I utter the words, ‘writer’s block’. We’re ready to write: we have our tea,…
April 19, 2021 -
Platform and BrandingThe WHY Behind Building Your Platform
Have you lever listened to Simon Sinek’s TEDx Talk, Start With Why? If not, I’d highly recommend you do.…
April 18, 2021 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for April, Part 1
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Brow, is the show where we talk about all…
April 17, 2021 -
Mastering Middle GradeGetting Started on Instagram, part 2
Part one of this two-part article covered how to get started on Instagram. This second part explores growing your…
April 16, 2021 -
Magazine and Freelance7 Ways to Make Sure Your Article Doesn’t Sell!
Everyone knows there are certain rules that must be followed in order to present an article to a publication.…
April 14, 2021 -
BestsellersInterview with Best-Selling Author Davis Bunn
Can you share a little about your recent book? The Cottage on Lighthouse Lane, Kensington Books, April 2021 Sometimes…
April 13, 2021 -
Marketing SenseYour Facebook Live’s Schedule, Length, and Location Will Form Your Strong Foundation
Taking the focus off of ourselves and placing it on our audience changes everything. Everything. That’s exactly what a…
April 12, 2021 -
Proofed and PolishedA Quintessential Quick Guide to Quotation Marks to Quell Your Quotation Qualms
Recently, I edited a PhD dissertation for a literature major which mostly meant that I had to wade through…
April 10, 2021 -
Becoming an Author5 Acting Books Every Writer Should Read
If you are a writer who is serious about pursuing publication, perhaps you have a couple of writing craft…
April 9, 2021 -
The Intentional WriterDo You Need More Rest?
What do you do when you feel weary? Burned out? Uninspired and ready to give up? How do you…
April 8, 2021