Becoming an Author
5 Ways to Practice Good Virtual Etiquette for Authors
As an aspiring author, you might be aware of how to professionally submit to an agent or editor. But…
September 9, 2019-
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Mastering Middle GradeDoing the Next Right Thing
Once upon a time, during what feels like another lifetime ago, I took my masters’ of science in documentary…
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Becoming an Author
10 Writing-Related Books Every Aspiring Novelist Needs
When I was a teen, I loved to read. I loved to write. And I loved to read about…
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Mystery/Thriller/SuspenseHow Dark Is Your World?
Most Mystery/Suspense/Thriller stories are set in the real world, but the realities of that world cover a wide spectrum…
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Mastering Middle Grade
Staying the Course – Interview with Author KA Cummins
As an occasional reader of speculative fiction, I had seen the name KA Cummins in Havok Magazine. She is…
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The Intentional WriterHow to Help Your Creativity Thrive
Creativity doesn’t just happen. It’s not some inherent talent that some are blessed with and others are not. Creativity…
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Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)Able-ities
My first days in a rehabilitation hospital after my accident were some of the most difficult days of my…
May 29, 2019 -
Becoming an Author
Should Aspiring Authors Learn the Craft of Writing? – Part 1
I was in third grade when I first fell in love with the craft of writing. Notice that I…
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The Intentional Writer
Do You Know the WHY Behind Your Writing?
This is a month of transition at Almost an Author. Donna is stepping down as Managing Editor and I…
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Grammar and GraceApart or A Part. Which One?
Do you stay up at night wondering which one to choose–apart or a part? I don’t either, but when…
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Romancing Your StoryA Romance by Any Other Name
What’s in a name? That which we call a rose By any other word would smell as sweet ……
February 23, 2019 -
Writers ChatWriters Chat Recap for February, Part 1
“Because talking about writing is more fun than actually doing it!” Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander,…
February 15, 2019 -
The Intentional Writer
The Benefits of a Writing Ritual
Writing rituals are something I come across whenever I look into advice for how to be a productive and…
February 8, 2019 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for January, Part 2
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all…
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Writing with a Disability (Different Ability)
The Right Stuff
Recently, I went to my local gym for a run. After I finished, a friend and another member approached…
January 29, 2019 -
Writers Chat
Writers Chat Recap for January, Part One
Writers Chat, hosted by Jean Wise, Johnnie Alexander, and Bethany Jett, is the show where we talk about all…
January 15, 2019 -
The Intentional Writer
Boost Productivity by Taking Effective Breaks
What? How can I be more productive if I work less? It may not make sense, but it’s true.…
January 8, 2019
