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Writer vs the World

In search of beauty, inspired by literature.

Tag: Editing

Getting the Word Out

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”

August 9, 2017September 16, 2017 by Sara

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”

July 28, 2017 by Sara

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”

July 20, 2017September 16, 2017 by Sara

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”

June 7, 2017June 7, 2017 by Sara

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”

May 10, 2017 by Sara

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”

May 4, 2017May 3, 2017 by Sara

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”

April 28, 2017April 28, 2017 by Sara

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”

March 27, 2017March 31, 2017 by Sara

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”

March 22, 2017September 16, 2017 by Sara

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”

March 8, 2017July 20, 2017 by Sara

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