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Should self-published authors turn to traditional publishing?

by WW Office Source link There have been numerous recent examples of highly successful self-published authors turning to traditional mainstream publishers for the next stage of their careers. Examples include: James Oswald. Offered his first book free on Amazon, by way of a taster for … Continue reading →

Review: The Rising (The End Time Saga Book 3) by Daniel Greene

by John Staughton Source link This third installment of Daniel Greene’s End Time Saga pushes the envelope even further in its post-apocalyptic hellscape, making The Rising one novel you should not miss, whether you’re new to the series, or you’ve been along for the ride in this oddly addictive work of zombie fiction.…

Flogometer 1049 for Dennis—are you compelled to turn the page?

by Ray Rhamey Source link Submissions sought. Get fresh eyes on your opening page. Submission directions below. The Flogometer challenge: can you craft a first page that compels me to turn to the next page? Caveat: Please keep in mind that this is entirely subjective. Note: all the Flogometer posts are here. What’s a firsts

History Versus Destiny: On Giving Characters Agency In Narrative

by terribleminds Source link The workshop I gave this past weekend was about characters — specifically, how you make characters become architects of narrative rather than part of the architecture. Meaning, they build the house around them as they move through it. They design their space by making choices. They decorate. They are like earthwormss

Social media tips for authors and illustrators (Part 1)

by Debbie Ridpath Ohi Source link I’ve been using social media since before the term existed and though I am far from expert, I have learned a great deal along the way. I’m going to start posting some social media tips for authors and illustrators on my blog from time to time, in hopes ofs

Freelance Writer, What Business Are You Really In?

by Anne Wayman Source link A typical freelance writer, when asked what business they’re in say ‘writing.’ If the person asking already knows they write, they mostly look confused. And it’s true, writing is our game; it’s what we do. But a freelance writer is not really in the business of offering writing. Sound crazy?s

Cookbook Giveaway: Simply Citrus, by Double Award Winner Marie Asselin

by diannejacob Source link Marie Asselin just got her second moment of fame. The creator of  the 17-year old food blog Food Nouveau, Marie is a double award winner. She won the 2017 Best Recipe-Based Blog and the 2018 Best Individual Blog from the International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP). She’s an overnight sensation! She’s alsos

The Word is Never Lacking When One Possesses the Idea

by JW Source link When I discover a bad assonance or a repetition in one of my phrases, I am sure that I am floundering in error; by dint of searching, I find the exact expression which was the only one and is, at the same time, the harmonious one. The word is never lackings

Writing Resources: Telling True Stories

by Melissa Donovan Source link Telling True Stories: A Nonfiction Writers’ Guide. Human beings are built for story. Story is how we perceive the world around us and how we understand ourselves and other people. Through story, we learn and make connections. We use stories to map the future and study the past. Stories ares

Writer’s Block: 3 Tips to Keep Writing Even When You’re Discouraged

by Jeff Elkins Source link In the movies, inspiration strikes the writer, and then a montage of the writer banging away on his or her chosen instrument flashes by, ending with a completed masterpiece that shares the writer’s soul with the world. Sadly, the reality is not like the movies. Sometimes the stories rip throughs