Marketing your book is hard. There’s so much noise out there to break through. Everyone has a book and everyone thinks their book is the best. Digital… Read more “Getting the Word Out”
Tag: Editing
Digital Vs. Print: A Self-Publisher’s Debate
Being my own publisher means I work as writer, editor, marketer and more to get the job done. I get to make all my own decisions and… Read more “Digital Vs. Print: A Self-Publisher’s Debate”
It’s all about Perspective: Narration Style
Selecting a narrative style is a really important step in the writing prep process. Many times, I start down a path and get to a certain point… Read more “It’s all about Perspective: Narration Style”
The Second Finish Line
Okay, after much whining and complaining, I finally finished draft number 2! I’m shooting for a September 1 publication date and upon doing a quick read-through before… Read more “The Second Finish Line”
Crafting Emotional Characters
Okay. I’m going to just come out and say it. I kinda hate my narrator. Okay…it’s more than kinda. I REALLY hate my narrator. No, she didn’t… Read more “Crafting Emotional Characters”
Writing Small Moments
A typical story is built on action and adventure, particularly when you look at epic Fantasy, Science Fiction and Dystopian stories. But lately, I have become increasingly… Read more “Writing Small Moments”
Finding Your Voice
Finding the proper voice for your novel can be a challenge, particularly if you are stretching your skills and jumping into a genre that you don’t typically… Read more “Finding Your Voice”
Financing Your Hobby: A Checklist for Writers
Writing a book in of itself doesn’t cost a whole lot, except time. But if you want to be a published author, expenses can quickly add up;… Read more “Financing Your Hobby: A Checklist for Writers”
First Draft-itis
Remember in high school when you made it to the second semester of your senior year and you got senioritis and you didn’t want to do ANYTHING?… Read more “First Draft-itis”
Building Blocks: 4 Steps to Fewer Edits
Write. Edit/Cut. Repeat. The life of a novelist is a vicious cycle and it’s not for the faint of heart. But there are steps you can take… Read more “Building Blocks: 4 Steps to Fewer Edits”
Writer vs the World 