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October 13, 2020
3 Signs You Need to Take a Break
I have a book manuscript due today. Yesterday, I was working my way through chapter 4 when I found it. The entire last section was poop. This wasn’t just me be hangry. I had fumbled a transition and with each paragraph the problem got worse. It quickly become clear that I needed a break. Why? […]
October 12, 2020
4 Tips for Your Virtual Talk
Whether you are pre-recording a webinar, giving a Zoom presentation, or starting up a vlog, here are 4 things to keep in mind. Staging Video is a great way to welcome people into your home or work space but it pays to give some attention to the details. You can use a bookcase, a blank […]
October 11, 2020
Why You Should Read a Book by an Indigenous Author
Today is Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Why not celebrating by reading a book by an indigenous author? I am reading the fantasy Elatsoe by Darcie Little Badger. This is her debut novel although she is currently working on another book. You could also look for books by: Rebecca Roanhorse: Trail of Lightning (my favorite), Storm of […]
October 8, 2020
The Impact of COVID-19 on Publishing . . . Are Publishers Buying?
I’ve been dithering about whether or not to write on this topic. After all, there are big names out there analyzing statistics and buying. But then I saw this post, Has COVID-19 Hurt Publishing and Writers, by agent Scott Eagan. Eagan wrote that he is seeing one person claim that X genre is trending. Another […]
October 7, 2020
The Easiest Part of the Writing Process
What is the easiest part of the writing process? My writing friend Dianne and I ended up discussing this for quite a while this afternoon. Is it idea generation? Handing something over to your critique group? Developing a writing habit? Nope. No. And, are you kidding me? We agreed that the single easiest part of […]
October 6, 2020
The Question You Should be Asking about Research
When new writers ask me about writing nonfiction, most of them ask about research. “How much research do I need to do?” In the past, I tell them to do research until two things happen. You aren’t finding out anything new. You can recognize the information that is innaccurate. From now on I will tell […]
October 5, 2020
Fun Book Art: Movies as Book Covers
I don’t know about you, but I love it when I find book related pop culture. Finds I love include t-shirts and prints. In this case, they are prints of 1950s book covers. The catch? These aren’t real book covers. They are movies turned into book covers by graphic designer Matt Stevens. We so often […]
October 4, 2020
Spooky MG Authors Offering Giveaways
We think of spooky books in October but check out the Spooky MG Author website to find spooky books suitable for every month of the year. Still, you can’t let October go by without a spooky celebration. That’s why this group of middle grade authors is celebrating October spookiness with fun giveaways, author videos, and […]
October 1, 2020
3 Things I’m Learning Writing Hi-Lo
My current contract is for a Hi-Lo title. Also written as Hi/Lo, this is short for high interest level, low reading level. These books are for readers who for whatever reason are not reading “at level.” I’ve worked through the intro and chapter 1 twice now with my editor and I’ve already learned quite a […]
September 30, 2020
3 Things to Remember When Rewriting
Working on a new contracted book this week. Already rewritten chapter 1 twice based on my editor’s comments. Here are three things to keep in mind when working on an editorial rewrite. Take Your Time Processing someone else’s comments can take time. After all, they are demanding that you change your amazing work. Read the […]
