Copywrite/Advertising
What It Is Like to Copywrite for Your Own Clients
I broke into a cold sweat when I read the email. Could it be true? I reread the email.…
May 27, 2018-
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Book ProposalsDo Agents Really Care About My Cat?
I love cats, coffee, chocolate, and long walks on the beach, especially if the beach has sea glass. My…
May 25, 2018 -
Romancing Your StoryCrafting the Hero––Part IV
We’re crafting both our romantic heroine and our hero. Our heroine is Tovah, a Jewish rabbi who fears rejection…
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Child's CraftUnderstanding Early Readers
A few weeks ago I started typing a new manuscript. I thought it was going to be a picture…
May 22, 2018 -
The Picky PenEditing Is Psychological
Yes. That’s right. Psychological. I promise not to go too deep. Please keep reading. In editing our own manuscripts,…
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Talking CharacterKeeping a Character File
Do you have a method for capturing the bits and pieces you use to create memorable, complex characters? If…
May 20, 2018 -
Write for His GloryOne Word at a Time
Do you ever have a writing deadline, but have nothing to write? No thing, blank mind, nada, zilch? Me…
May 19, 2018 -
Grammar and GraceCompound Words? (Part 2)
Last time, I offered a list of compound words from A to H. This post continues with the remainder…
May 18, 2018 -
Mastering Middle GradeThree Things I Learned in Wimberley, TX
This past month I packed up my little bag, tucked my insecurity into the glove box and drove south…
May 15, 2018 -
Magazine and FreelanceWriting for Magazines Provides Variety
Does your writing have a lot of variety? Or do you feel like you are writing the same type…
May 13, 2018 -
Publishing PulsePublishing as a Business
Today’s book publishing market can be a dangerous place, with a lot of scam artists spouting confusing terminology. I…
May 12, 2018 -
Writer EncouragementBleeding Into your Words
When it comes to writing, wordsmiths sometimes hold back on the deeper emotion. While there are times that works—I…
May 11, 2018 -
Fantasy-Sci-FiRealistic World-Building
The trend within the fantasy and sci-fi genres is to push for more detailed world-building within our stories. While…
May 7, 2018 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifePop! Goes the Cultural Landmarks!
I recently heard a discussion about pop culture “landmarks”– movies or television shows that have made a lasting impression…
May 6, 2018 -
Writers ChatBranding Yourself as a Professional Writer with Cody Morehead
Ever wondered how to help your audience catch your vision? Ever wondered if you even have a vision for…
May 3, 2018 -
BestsellersBEST SELLING AUTHOR- JONATHAN CATHERMAN
Can you share a little about your recent book. The MANUAL TO MIDDLE SCHOOL is for boys making the…
May 1, 2018 -
ScreenwritingMoving On
We’ve all seen bad movies before. Films we couldn’t wait to see after watching a brief two or three…
April 29, 2018 -
Blogging BasicsContent Creation Ideas For Your Blog
Ideas on How to Blog How Often You Post Blogging takes consistent commitment. Whether you decide to blog once…
April 28, 2018 -
Copywrite/Advertising
What It’s Like to Write for a Digital Marketing Agency
Since I became a copywriter, I have written for my own clients and for digital marketing agencies. Each arrangement…
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Writers ChatWriting for Regional and Local Markets with Scott Rutherford
If you’ve wondered how to make your writing pay, you’ll want to watch this Writers Chat with Scott Rutherford,…
April 26, 2018 -
Novelists UnwindNovelists Unwind Interviews Hannah Conway
Join Johnnie Alexander as she chats with Hannah Conway and Jolina Petersheim on Novelists Unwind. Introducing Hannah Conway Hannah…
April 26, 2018 -
Book Proposals
One Page Sell Sheet
The One Page Sell Sheet is like a mini resume. The sell sheet gives the agent or publisher pertinent…
April 25, 2018 -
Romancing Your Story
Crafting the Hero––Part III by Donna L.H. Smith
Nobody’s perfect, right? True. Neither can your romantic hero be perfect. Choose a character flaw that will irritate your…
April 23, 2018 -
The Picky Pen
Editing the Plot
Okay. Most of you (myself included) admit it’s challenging and exciting to plan the next book. It must be…
April 22, 2018 -
Child's Craft
Revealing Your Character’s Character
In her book The Art of Characterization Fay Lamb proposes that writers “use the other elements of storytelling to…
April 21, 2018
