Writing for YA
Writing a First Novel: Choosing A Genre
Want to write a novel, but aren’t sure what genre to pick? Write What You Love That’s a good…
January 27, 2021-
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Guest PostsDo You Know These Benefits of Writing Poetry?
Poetry is such a beautiful form of literature. It allows you to say so much without having to write…
January 26, 2021 -
Guest Posts
5 Ways Content Marketing Affects Your Book Sales
Perhaps, among all the ways to promote your book, content marketing is the most powerful tool since it allows…
January 24, 2021 -
Romancing Your StoryDoes Setting Matter in a Romance?
The short answer is YES! While falling in love can happen anywhere, the choice of your setting sets a…
January 23, 2021 -
The Picky PenHow to Edit Characters
As we continue this editing series how we can develop a great story, I hope you’re able to see…
January 22, 2021 -
Kids LitKnow Your Audience
“Many books for children feature children. Your writing will be more natural if you are aware of the rhythms…
January 21, 2021 -
Platform and BrandingWhere You Are and Where You Want to Be
When it comes to building a platform, numbers fly around conversations like flies on leftovers. Some may say you…
January 18, 2021 -
Mystery/Thriller/SuspenseAuthors as Psychotherapists – Getting into the Mind of Our Characters
What can authors learn from the world of psychotherapy? According to the Microsoft Bing definition, a psychotherapist “treats mental…
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Mastering Middle GradeNew Year’s Writerly Goals
Happy 2021, my MG friends! Anyone else excited about having a fresh, clean, slate of months ahead in which…
January 16, 2021 -
Writers ChatWriters Chat Recap for January, Part 1
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all…
January 15, 2021 -
Magazine and FreelanceStart the New Year with Articles
The new year. A great time to try something you haven’t done before. How about writing articles? Many people…
January 14, 2021 -
Marketing SenseCan A Facebook Live Program Grow Your Author Platform in 2021?
New authors often call me. They want my help to build their platform in time for their book’s release…
January 13, 2021 -
Guest Posts
The Power of Words in History: How Written Words Changed Nations
What makes us human? For some, it’s our cognitive ability, for others, it’s our ability to feel empathy, compassion,…
January 12, 2021 -
Writer EncouragementNo Turning Back
After conquering the first challenging rock face, I paused to look down at the path we had just climbed.…
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Proofed and PolishedWho Are We Talking About? Using Pronouns and Antecedents
Keeping Your Sentences Clear Example #1 “They had such a great time at the amusement park. First, my aunt…
January 10, 2021 -
The Intentional Writer10 Ways to Help Fellow Writers (Without Spending Money)
When it comes to marketing, most of us can use all the help we can get. Savvy authors know…
January 8, 2021 -
Fantasy-Sci-FiMILITARY UNITS AND RANKS FOR YOUR SPECULATIVE FICTION NOVEL (Part 2)
Happy New Year, awesome authors! As writers of speculative fiction, military forces are a staple in many of our…
January 7, 2021 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifeWhat Was Your Childhood Dream?
“God hears and remembers your childhood dreams.” I read this phrase on a social media post by author Angela…
January 6, 2021 -
Embrace the WaitFind Your Fellow Tesserae and Stick Together (Part 2): Improve Your Health to Improve Your Clarity
In my last post I explained that our writing journey should not be a solo trip. God has placed…
January 5, 2021 -
ScreenwritingControlling Idea!
As the pandemic unfolded last year, a story concept I toyed with for years kept coming to mind, mainly…
January 4, 2021 -
Devotions for WritersCompletion
“I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End.” Revelation 21:6 (NIV) Do you finish what…
January 2, 2021 -
Guest PostsA Rookie’s Best Advice
In the short time since I published my first book (10/10/2020), I’ve been asked many times what advice I…
December 30, 2020 -
Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)Baby Steps
After my accident, I was eager to get back to my old life. Why wouldn’t I? I was in…
December 29, 2020 -
Writing for YA
Talking About Writing and Contests with 2020 First Impressions YA Finalist Annette Griffin
The First Impressions Contest is held every year by ACFW. This year, Annette Griffin made it to finalists’ list…
December 27, 2020 -
Novelists UnwindNovelists Unwind Interviews Alexis A. Goring
Alexis A. Goring got her writing start as a very young girl. For a few years, her mother required…
December 26, 2020