The Intentional Writer
Do you need a book proposal “cheat sheet”?
If you hope to pitch a book to a publisher, especially a non-fiction book, you will need to write…
November 24, 2023-
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Writing RomanceREALISTICALLY RELATABLE
Making your hero and heroine relatable is key to creating characters your readers will care about, will laugh with,…
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History in the MakingNancy Drew: Girl Detective
Searching for some fun details or a bit of drama to slip into your next fictional piece? Well, pull…
November 22, 2023 -
Writers ChatWriters Chat Recap for November Part 1
Writers Chat, hosted by Johnnie Alexander, Brandy Brow, and Melissa Stroh, is the show where we talk about all…
November 18, 2023 -
Is It Too Late?Finish Strong
As we near the end of the year, my thoughts turn to finishing the year strong. Where can I…
November 17, 2023 -
Mastering Middle GradeBeating Writer’s Block
It’s happened to all of us. The dreaded b l o c k. It’s the intersection of panic and…
November 16, 2023 -
Marketing SenseWelcome Email Series Example: Part 1
When a new subscriber signs up for a Lead Magnet (those 3–10-page free resources we offer in exchange for…
November 12, 2023 -
Kids LitHelp Me with My Book!
As more books are published in a variety of ways (traditional, self-pub, hybrid, assisted), a whole crop of people…
November 9, 2023 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's LifeOf Miners and Light
Several years ago, I portrayed a coal miner in a community play, and it opened my eyes to some…
November 6, 2023 -
Devotions for WritersOne
He chose our inheritance for us. Psalm 47:4 NIV Abraham was a seeker of God. His heart knew the…
November 3, 2023 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for October Part 2
Writers Chat, hosted by Johnnie Alexander, Brandy Brow, and Melissa Stroh, is the show where we talk about all…
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Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)Be Flexible
Recently, I discussed with a fellow health nut at the gym that I was wanting to try something new…
October 29, 2023 -
Guest PostsWhat is Sustainable Publishing?
Sustainability is a hot topic in every industry. 69% of consumers say they’ve made changes to their shopping habits…
October 28, 2023 -
Writing for YAInterview with Christy Finalist Sarah Watterson
Sara Watterson’s young adult novel, The Dreamer, was recently named as a Christy Award finalist for 2023. I thought…
October 27, 2023 -
Book ProposalsWhy Are You The Author?
As an acquisitions editor and a former literary agent, I’ve reviewed thousands of book proposals. For any writer who…
October 25, 2023 -
A3 Contributor Book ReleaseOctober Releases
Almost an Author is pleased to announce book releases this month by two regular columnists, Lori Z. Scott (Mastering…
October 23, 2023 -
Guest Posts
The Absent Author
“You’ve drawn back,” that familiar voice whispered to my heart. I tried to shrug off the nudge. I knew…
October 19, 2023 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap For October Part 1
Writers Chat, hosted by Johnnie Alexander, Brandy Brow, and Melissa Stroh, is the show where we talk about all…
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Mastering Middle Grade
Pitch Perfect
You’ve worked hard to write your middle grade novel, and now you’re ready to sell it to a publisher.…
October 16, 2023 -
Magazine, Freelance, and CopywritingEmbracing Tech Advancements: Powering Freelancer Success in the Modern Landscape
Freelancing as a writer can be deeply rewarding. You’re getting paid to show off your wordsmithing skills and can…
October 14, 2023 -
Marketing Sense
Will Your Book Be the Best Kept Secret Online?
Nondescript, the small store named *Joe’s Mattress! lay nestled in between two, more active businesses. Its blandness caught my…
October 12, 2023 -
Kids Lit
In 25 Words or Less…
“I was born as a small child…and did stuff.” My bio in nine words, but who’s counting? One piece…
October 9, 2023 -
A Lighter Look at the Writer's Life
It’s Only A season
Currently, here in my “neck of the woods” as we call it in Eastern Kentucky, we are in the…
October 6, 2023 -
Devotions for Writers
The Writing on the Wall
“Who has the capability to interpret an unknown language?” King Belshazzar The nobles couldn’t. His family couldn’t. The wisest…
October 2, 2023 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for September Part 2
Writers Chat, hosted by Johnnie Alexander, and Brandy Brow, is the show where we talk about all things writing,…
October 1, 2023