What You Can Learn From Dr. Phil About Writing Non-Fiction Books
Even if your career doesn’t involve being a full-time writer, being the author of a book can be a huge boon for you. Our society [Read More]
Advice from Writers
How to Improve Your Writing – The Importance of ‘Voice’
One of the major things that distinguishes you from others is your voice. It’s both the sound of your voice and they way you say [Read More]
Learn How to Start a Novel That Will Be Fun and Easy to Write
If you are really interested in writing a novel that will feel satisfying to you and to your readers, it’s important to start things off [Read More]
8 Guaranteed Ways Around Writers Block
Just stating the words can send a shiver through any writer’s body. Some writers, both accomplished as well as up-and-coming, believe it’s superstitious to mention [Read More]
Imagination, the Essential Ingredient
From the comments and question I’m seeing on social media lately it appears there are people out there trying to be writers who have absolutely [Read More]
Don’t Price Your Kindle Book Too High
There are some wonderful books available in both paperback and e-book formats and, thanks to online retail sites, it has never been easier to choose [Read More]
Every Novel Needs a Village
There are a lot of people out there who believe writing is a solitary affair. And to some extent, they are right. As someone who [Read More]
How To Become A More Persuasive Writer
If you want to learn how to write so that people will not only read what you write…but also be compelled to take action based [Read More]
Career Tips for Writers
Writers have the creative ability to draw word pictures. They have the ability to communicate through the written word. A writer’s work can be to [Read More]
Energize Your Writing and Increase Your Output
Every writer can benefit from a study of the effectiveness of their individual writing process. You can write more and you can write better by [Read More]
What Makes a Good Fiction Book?
In fiction, the writers job is to entertain, to draw an emotional response from the reader. The reader is often looking for suspense, action, and [Read More]
How To Write A Strong Start For Your Novel
I revised my Civil War novel Hearts of Stone many times before selling it to Dutton Children’s Books. My editor only had one major suggestion: [Read More]
8 Lessons From Legendary Authors That Will Improve Your Writing
By Chikodi Adeola Olasode Are you an aspiring author who’s wondering if it’s the right path? Perhaps you’re one of those struggling with the craft, [Read More]
How Can You Become A Better Writer?
Guest Author: Paul Proctor I have been writing professionally for more than two decades and teaching writing nearly that long. Every conference, every writing staff, [Read More]
‘I Can Write A Book In A Weekend,’ And Five Other Annoying Things Beginners Say
Since every literate person can write, most people think they can be writers. Interestingly enough, we all can speak quite well, but few of us [Read More]
Fiction University: Give Your Readers Someone to Hate
Sometimes, your novel needs a character readers love to hate. Last week, Literary Rambles posted a great article about why we need unlikable characters that reminded me [Read More]
42 Writers’ “Rules for Writing”
Most writers have their own special “rules for writing,” even if they don’t talk about them. I find other writers’ rules fascinating, even when I [Read More]
The Best Pens of 2019: From Fountain to Ballpoint
While we can easily use our smart devices to create just about anything—reminders, notes, letters, novels, and even art—sometimes nothing beats the feel of a [Read More]
The 8 Best Notebooks for Writers
Leonardo DaVinci didn’t paint the Mona Lisa on a napkin. Where you put your art matters, too! If you’re still using the flimsy spiral-bound numbers [Read More]
46 Apps and Sites to Improve Your Writing Skills
No matter how good a writer you are, there’s always room for improvement. But improvement doesn’t just happen naturally—you have to work at it! Whether [Read More]