Talking Character
Confused 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…
October 20, 2017-
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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 archiveIntro 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…
October 15, 2017 -
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…
October 14, 2017 -
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 ScribesBalancing 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…
October 9, 2017 -
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 -
Fantasy-Sci-FiTeaching Your Characters to Fight Write- Laura L. Zimmerman
Do your characters fight right? Action is often a big part of the fantasy and sci-fi genres. Your story…
October 7, 2017 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life, UncategorizedYee-Haw, Little Kitties!
I am the children’s pastor at my church, and yesterday was “Kids Day” during the worship service. That means…
October 6, 2017 -
Writers ChatPractical Tips to Create Explosive Growth on Twitter
In this Writers Chat conversation, author Victoria Duerstock shares practical tips on how she grew her Twitter following 400%…
October 5, 2017 -
ScreenwritingFrom Script to Stage/Screen 3
In our first article, we looked at how research was vital to prepare any director to present a script…
October 4, 2017 -
Writers ChatHow to Rock Radio
In this interview with Anitra Parmele, you’ll learn how to be an excellent radio host guest and handle your interviews…
October 2, 2017 -
Literary Women in HistorHrotsvitha—Lessons from a Medieval Playwright
Until the last century, men dominated the realms of literature, letters, and learning. We read nothing of women exchanging…
October 2, 2017 -
BestsellersBest Selling Author-Tosca Lee
Welcome Tosca, can you share a little about your recent book – Firstborn is the sequel to The Progeny—a…
October 1, 2017 -
The Writer's PenCaseCreating Extraordinary Characters––Wrap-Up
It’s been a L-O-N-G series, but I wanted to especially focus in on different tools you can use to…
September 30, 2017 -
Copywrite/Advertising5 Elements of Storytelling
Once Upon a Time: Trade Secrets of Copywriting from Ancient Near Eastern Storytellers The internet is abuzz with storytelling.…
September 29, 2017 -
Grammar and GracePrepositions?
We’re continuing with the parts of speech with a discussion about prepositions. These words never change their form. They…
September 28, 2017 -
Guest post archiveFive Principles to Follow When Blogging for Teens-Josiah DeGraff
For the past five years, I’ve been blogging for teenage fiction writers. As the editor-in-chief of an online magazine…
September 27, 2017 -
Guest post archive
Set You Free-Martin Johnson
As an English major in college, I was eager to put my skills to work… I wanted to create…
September 26, 2017 -
Writing with HumorBob Hostettler – The Making of a Humorous Writer (And How You Can Become One Too)
Author, speaker, and overall funny man Bob Hostettler has cost me too much money. He keeps writing books. And…
September 25, 2017 -
The Writer's PenCase
Creating Extraordinary Characters –– Part V
In this series, we’re looking at personalities, how to develop them, and where to look for more information about…
September 23, 2017