I didn't start out to write about this subject, but sometimes authors (published and unpublished) need to edit their promotional stance because unlike the promotions of Hollywood, bad promotion can hurt an author who is trying to build a platform for a chance at future publication or an author trying...
Make-A-Story™ Monday - This Week's Writing Prompt
Writing to spec – you’ve heard the term. It means writing what the
publisher wants. Can you do it? In our new feature - Make-A-Story™, we ask you
to create a story with these elements. The story can be set in any time frame,
any length, must adhere to our guidelines and have our standard Christian...
Tactical Tuesday: Advice for Self-Editing
The word characterization is tossed around quite a bit in a writer’s world,
but what does it really mean?
Characterization is what makes a
character who he is. An author draws upon several aspects to develop a
character:
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Family background: A kid raised in...
Tactical Tuesday: Advice for Self-Editing
Conference time has rolled around again, and many writers are planning to attend writers’ conferences.
There are several reasons that authors should make conferences a priority.
1. Conferences allow writers to connect to people who think the way they do. Are you aware that not all individuals...
Make-A-Story™ Monday - This Week's Writing Prompt
Writing to spec – you’ve heard the term. It means writing what the
publisher wants. Can you do it? In our new feature - Make-A-Story™, we ask you
to create a story with these elements. The story can be set in any time frame,
any length, must adhere to our guidelines and have our standard Christian...
