Fantasy-Sci-Fi
The Highs and Lows of Fantasy Sub-Genres
“Oh, you’re a fantasy writer? I love ‘The Lord of the Rings.’” “I don’t write that kind of fantasy.”…
November 7, 2017-
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Writing Captivating NonfictionVigorous Writing: Powering Your Prose with Fast-Twitch Verbs
By Doug Peterson Glass breaks. But even better, glass shatters. A knife cuts. But even better, a knife slashes.…
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Uncategorized
Self-Care for Writers with April Carpenter
Special guest April Carpenter shares how writers can take care of themselves during the hustle and bustle of the…
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A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life, SupportDunking the Differences
I love Oreos. Milk’s favorite cookies are great on their own, but they’re over the top when combined with…
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Literary Women in HistorMilady’s Pen for Posterity
The well-born lay woman . . . led a much freer and fuller life than her sister in religion.…
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Bestsellers
BESTSELLING AUTHOR- MATTHEW HAWK ELDRIDGE
Can you share a little about your recent book – My most recent published novel is called The…
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Copywrite/AdvertisingThe Freelance Writer’s Guide to Securing Great Clients
Career success as a freelance copywriter depends on your ability to secure the right clients. If your clients cost…
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ScreenwritingFrom Script to Stage/Screen Part 4
From Script to Stage/Screen Part 4 We have explored four of the major responsibilities placed upon any director in…
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Writers ChatSkillshare with Shelley Hitz
Author coach and creative Shelley Hitz shared her experience with the platform Skillshare, how it has helped her creativity…
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Truth Be ToldYour Own Best Advice
by Tina Hunt Two of my “go to” counseling statements are: so how’s that working for you?; and if…
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Create. Motivate. Inspire.On Writing: 3 Antidotes to Fear
The writing life stands poised to strike fear into the most steadfast heart—launching arrows of self-doubt, rejection-terror, and insecurity.…
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Romancing Your StoryWriting Romance 101 – Five Basic Elements
Girl Meets Boy. Lots of problems. Finally, Girl Gets Boy. That’s my new formula for romance writing. Most readers…
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Guest post archiveWhy Teen Writers are Spider-Man Stephanie Kehr
I started working as a professional writer when I was seventeen. So completely captured by the craft, I made the…
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UncategorizedCATEGORIES OF CHILDREN’S BOOKS PART 2 By Jean Matthew Hall
Last month we shared Part 1 about the categories assigned to children’s books. We’ll now share more details about…
October 21, 2017 -
Talking CharacterConfused Characters Who Don’t Confuse Readers
The trickiest part about conveying confusion is to convey it clearly, without confusing the reader. Ann Hood in Creating…
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Writers ChatAn In-depth Look Into Book Proposals
Hartline Literary Jr. Agent Cherrilynn Bisbano shares an in-depth look into the world of book proposals. Join us! Writers…
October 19, 2017 -
Grammar and GraceReady for Another Serving of Prepositions?
Have you memorized the list of prepositions yet? Trust me, quickly recognizing prepositions will help you in the long…
October 18, 2017 -
Guest post archive
Intro to Technical Writing
Technical writing is a different kind of writing. As a matter of fact, it is a very different kind…
October 16, 2017 -
TourBlog Tour-Debbie Reece
Please tell us about your most Recent Book: “The Christmas Pumpkin” and “The Worst Day Ever!,” are illustrated children’s…
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Guest post archive
Becoming a Reader-Centric Writer By Cathy Fyock
Have you ever picked up a book and after a few pages, put it down saying, “This isn’t…
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Magazine and FreelanceMAGAZINE WRITERS WANTED – BY W. TERRY WHALIN
As a long-time writer for magazines and a former magazine editor, there are some basic truths about publishing in…
October 13, 2017 -
Writers Chat
Personal Branding & Marketing Best Practices
In this Writers Chat episode, award-winning author and MFA student in Communications: New Media and Marketing Bethany Jett shares…
October 12, 2017 -
A Pinch of PoetryThe Music of Poetry
A poet must choose his words for sound as well as meaning. You could call it verbal music. When…
October 12, 2017 -
Dear Young Scribes
Balancing the Elements of Fiction – Part 1
Have you ever noticed how some authors tend to focus too much on writing certain fiction elements, yet ignore…
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Writer EncouragementShades of Darkness
Elaine Marie Cooper I walked in my house the other day after a long car trip, and was surprised…
October 8, 2017