A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life
Polishing Gems by Sue Potts
(Editor’s Note: Sue Potts is our guest columnist this month, specially asked by Carlton Hughes.) While on vacation in…
October 6, 2018-
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Time ManagementFinding Balance
I believe life…or rather, living the life you really want to live…is all about finding a good balance. It’s…
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ScreenwritingThe Setting
One of the most overlooked components of a story, especially in screenwriting, is the story’s setting. Perhaps, it’s because…
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My Writing JourneyThanks, Tony Robbins
“Janine?” Where are you?” I don’t know why my husband asked me that. He knew where to find me–…
October 3, 2018 -
Literary Women in HistorBeatrix Potter: Filling the Writer’s Nest with Tangible Inspiration
This is the tale of a tail—a tail that belonged to a little red squirrel, and his name was…
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BestsellersBEST-SELLING AUTHOR INTERVIEW with Allen Arnold
Can you share a little about your recent book? The Story of With is a roadmap for dreaming with…
October 1, 2018 -
Book ProposalsThe Why Behind a Book Proposal
No, agents and editors are not sadists. We do not ask you to write an extensive book proposal to…
September 30, 2018 -
Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)Proofreading
Often, what we intend to say never comes through in what we write. Sometimes our enthusiasm inhibits the thoughts…
September 29, 2018 -
Novelists UnwindNovelists Unwind Interviews Lynette Eason and Becky Wade
Romance with suspense or romance with glamour? Why pick one when you can have both? Lynette Eason I met…
September 26, 2018 -
Uncategorized3 Sure Fire Ways To Find Your Audience
When I started blogging, I researched examples online. I came across a blogger who posted one paragraph a day.…
September 24, 2018 -
Romancing Your StoryGetting Inside the Romantic Hero’s Head—Part II
[bctt tweet=”Have you ever wondered what the opposite sex is thinking while you’re thinking? Men, as a rule, think…
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The Picky PenEditing Like a Director
Hello! How’s your editing been going for you? I hope you’re seeing great improvement, but if you’re at a…
September 22, 2018 -
Child's CraftNonfiction For Kids Is Big! – Part II
Last month we looked at an overview of writing nonfiction for kids. This month we focus in on writing…
September 21, 2018 -
History in the MakingIs Writing Historical Fiction a Good Fit for You?
I enjoy digging into the past, following bunny trails of history, and learning about cultures long interred and nearly…
September 20, 2018 -
Write for His GloryLive in the Moment
I love it when the Lord uses everyday activities to teach me. Sharing one of many lessons on what…
September 19, 2018 -
Grammar and GraceWhat’s an Interjection
Last year, we explored seven of the eight parts of speech. Then I took a break to address compound…
September 18, 2018 -
Guest PostsWriting with Family
Writing a book is a process. It began as a school assignment for my granddaughter when she was in…
September 17, 2018 -
Mastering Middle GradeBranding Basics for Middle Grade Writers
When you think about the word “brand,” what comes to mind? A metal tool used with cattle? A particular…
September 16, 2018 -
Writers ChatWriters Chat Recap for September, 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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Guest Posts
Why Should I Market An Unpublished Book?
“Lisa, everyone is asking me when they can buy a copy of the book.” I looked at my friend…
September 15, 2018 -
Magazine and FreelanceWhy Write Articles?
When I began writing I had small children at home. I wrote in my head all day long and…
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The Poet's PenWhat Makes A Good Poem?
All writing is about “words” but poetry uses concise words in a concise order. One word in a poem…
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Publishing PerspectivesHow Many Pairs of Eyes Are on Your Book?
I recently finished making wording changes on a self-published book that had already been typeset and printed — or…
September 12, 2018 -
Writer EncouragementVoice of Negativity
The voice of negativity is a plague for writers. I know you’ve heard that voice because I hear it…
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Platform and BrandingNailing Your Metadata: Categories
What is Metadata? Metadata is the information you give to Amazon (or other distributors) that instructs them on where…
September 10, 2018
