Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for November, Part 2
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all…
November 30, 2019-
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Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)Skill Set
The first thing I learned after my accident was every brain injury is different. You’ve probably heard me say…
November 29, 2019 -
Writing for YAHow to Succeed with PitMad
Are you familiar with PitMad? #PitMad is a pitch party on Twitter where writers tweet a 280-character pitch for their…
November 27, 2019 -
Novelists UnwindNovelists Unwind welcomes Eleanor Bertin, James R. Hannibal, & Deb Elkink
Eleanor Bertin is the author of Unbound, a modern twist on a timeless tale of the unique bond between…
November 26, 2019 -
Book ProposalsUse the Holidays to Beat the Catch-22 of Publishing
From my experience in publishing, editors and agents are often slow to respond to submissions. This time lag…
November 25, 2019 -
Blogging BasicsThree Things To Do BEFORE You Start Your Blog
Starting my blog, I had no one to hold my hand. No one to tell me what to do.…
November 24, 2019 -
Romancing Your StoryWriting Romance in the #MeToo Era
Once upon a time a romance novel plot included a heroine who wanted the hero to kiss her, but…
November 23, 2019 -
The Picky PenPunctuation Series: How to Edit Foreign Quotation Marks
Have you ever tried to read a book in a foreign language? Perhaps some of you have. I’ve tried…
November 22, 2019 -
History in the MakingBOGGED DOWN IN CRANBERRY SAUCE: A condensed history of a Thanksgiving favorite
Think cranberries! From there, it’s not a long stretch to thoughts of Thanksgiving. And for a writer, creative juices…
November 20, 2019 -
Copywrite/Advertising, Devotional/Christian LivingStep Out in Front of the Crowd: How to Add Speaking to Your Writing Life
As a devotional or Christian living writer you have a burden to share the message God has laid on…
November 19, 2019 -
Guest Posts8 Ways to Market Your Book and Get Reviews
Book reviews are critical as a social buy-in for your book and to market your book through higher placement…
November 18, 2019 -
Mystery/Thriller/SuspenseVoice and Style
Voice and style can make or break an author’s novel, so how can we make it stand out from…
November 17, 2019 -
Mastering Middle GradeWriter, Educate Thyself
Last month we talked about the basic steps involved in getting your manuscript ready for submission. This month, I…
November 16, 2019 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for November Part 1
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all…
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Magazine and Freelance3 Tips to Help You Secure that Elusive Media Interview
Readers love stories about people. Because readers love stories about people, newspapers, magazines, online publications, and websites love stories…
November 14, 2019 -
AuthorpreneurBuild a Brand 2: It’s all about personality
A few days ago, my wife returned from the grocery store with two different brands of coffee: Lavazza and…
November 12, 2019 -
Writer Encouragement
Remember our Veterans with your writing
Since it’s Veterans Day, this will be a somewhat nontraditional “Writer Encouragement” column. However, the message is as important…
November 11, 2019 -
The AfterwordStories from the Kitchen
Cooking is ancient and every culture has its own twist on how food is prepared. Gathering together and “breaking…
November 10, 2019 -
Becoming an AuthorAre Your Expectations for a Literary Agent Too High? Part 2
In the previous post, I discussed how you can prepare for a literary agent by approaching the relationship with…
November 9, 2019 -
The Intentional WriterWhat’s the Big Deal About NaNoWriMo?
If you are a writer, you have probably heard of NaNoWriMo—National Novel Writing Month. Maybe you’ve tried NaNoWriMo in…
November 8, 2019 -
Fantasy-Sci-FiHow Writing Blind Will Take Your Fantasy to the Next Level
When it comes to writing, some of us like to picture it in our head and write what we…
November 7, 2019 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifeJournal This
I bought a guided journal a month ago, and I have written in it every day thereafter. I deserve…
November 6, 2019 -
Embrace the WaitSurvival Tips for the Waiting Part of Writing, Tip #9 – Avoid Comparison
There’s nothing quite like a perfectly ripened pear. Each creamy, sweet, citrusy bite contains the perfect texture and flavor…
November 5, 2019 -
ScreenwritingOptions
Recently, I received a message on social media from a literary manager in Hollywood. Although she isn’t taking on…
November 4, 2019 -
Devotions for WritersEquipped for the Job
…Showing aptitude for every kind of learning, well informed, quick to understand, and qualified to serve in the king’s…
November 3, 2019