Why Write an eBook?
It’s not true that everything to be said has already been written. Since that unfortunate axiom came into use, the whole universe has changed. Technology [Read More]
Writing
A Beginner’s Guide to Writing a Novel
No one is born a novel writer. But do you believe that we all have the capability to be writers? Impossible as it may seem, [Read More]
Seven Ways To Connect Your Writing And Your Life
by Alex Gentry An important question for any artist is: How can I built a career and simultaneously be true to myself? Its an important [Read More]
6 Tips For Your First Jab at Creative Writing
The world of creative writing is an ever expanding one as stories or genres continue to evolve in a natural reaction to the changes in [Read More]
Nine Ways to Promote Your Writing for Free
Often I am asked “How do you promote your writing without paying anyone?” In my experience, the best ways to promote one’s writing are free. [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]
Writing is Like Sweeping the Floor
We’ve all taken courses to learn a variety of skills in our lifetime. If you haven’t yet, then you definitely should. Learning a new skill [Read More]
How to Find Balance Between Writing Books & Marketing Your Work
Marketing is a big part of building a successful writing business. And you need time to market your books. Time to create emails for your [Read More]
The Secret To Writing Faster And With More Focus; Writing In Your Sleep
One of the most powerful tools in my creative arsenal is what I call unconscious creativity. No, I do not ask someone to brain me [Read More]
A Strategy for Choosing Your Book Title
Go into a bookstore and browse through the titles in the bestseller section. Book publishing companies hire high-priced people to come up with a title [Read More]
5 Ways to Find Time to Write When You Work Full Time
By Brandie June Whenever I hear writers complaining that they can never find the time to write, I have to wonder how hard they are [Read More]
Tips for Being a Writer During the Health Crisis
By Brandie June I won’t lie, the world is a bit of a scary place right now. Anytime I turn on the news or go [Read More]
How to Work with an Artist to Design Your Book’s Cover
By Ben Graff As writers, we strive to make every word we place on the page work perfectly. However, readers frequently make judgments and buying [Read More]
Why and Where You Should Start Submitting Your Writing This September
“I went for years not finishing anything. Because, of course, when you finish something you can be judged… I had poems which were re-written so [Read More]
Keeping a Writing Career On Track With Query Tracker
[et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text] Karen McGeorge Sanders Need an agent? Can’t remember which agents or publishers were queried for which project? Query Tracker may be the solution. [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]
Location, Location, Location: Discovering the Perfect Place for Writing Your Novel
Richard Kirshenbaum used his experience working in advertising to tell the story of two rival beauty industry icons in his novel Rouge (St. Martin’s, June [Read More]
Knowing When to Rewrite
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ min_height=”2380px” custom_margin=”-15px|||||”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.26″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”2px|||||”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.26″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] By Richie Billings I had a sickening [Read More]
The 6 Things Writers Need to Make a Living (Everything I Know)
— Millions of people have built writing careers, and you can too. You can work full or part-time. It’s up to you. Most writers never [Read More]
Three Ways to Discover Who Your Characters Really Are
Don’t “create” characters; get to know them instead. John Jamison has used the power of story in various roles—from pastor to brand development consultant—and he [Read More]
Jerry Seinfeld’s 5-Step Comedy Writing Process
Former WD staffer Jess Zafarris crossed paths with Jerry Seinfeld, who shared a five-step rundown of his comedy writing process. His tips are not only [Read More]