Are You a Storyteller
Not everyone is a storyteller. Not everyone wants to be a storyteller. But it is my contention that everyone loves a good story and have since the beginning of time. We love to be swept up in what is the … Continue reading
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The Author and the Art of Blogging
Whether you love social media or not, make no mistake that it serves a purpose. Whether you have written a novel, biography, self-help book, or business book, blogging is vital on many levels. When it comes to your book, it … Continue reading
Every Writer Needs an Effective Website
It is all about exposure. You may have written the best book in the world, but it will be impossible to sell if no one knows about it. With that in mind, let’s talk about creating a special website promoting … Continue reading
Fire and Fiction
As the myth is told, mankind can thank the Greek titan Prometheus for the gift of fire. Prometheus apparently had a soft spot for humans and knew we needed fire to have any chance of rising above the fray. Zeus, … Continue reading
The Novel and the Art of World Building
Oh, yes, you hear everyone using this phrase these days: World Building. It is meant to convey something that writers have been doing since the dawn of the pen: dropping the reader into scenes that not only fit your story, … Continue reading
Writing a Novel is like Planting a Tree
When you are looking for help in Writing a Novel, there are many questions to consider. Finding exactly the right ghostwriter or professional editor is like choosing the right tree for exactly the right spot in your yard. It’s a … Continue reading
What Do Art and Fiction Have in Common
Most of us think of art and fiction more or less in the same breath – the writing of great fiction most certainly being an art – but let’s put this obvious connection on the back burner for the moment. … Continue reading
Procrastination is Not the Enemy
Most of us procrastinate. Writers can be terrible procrastinators. People who have a good book in them, but aren’t writers also procrastinate. Have a great story to tell or a wonderful message to share about life, business, cooking, or canoeing … Continue reading
Writing From the Heart
Not all writing comes from the heart. A lot of what people write is mechanical. A lot of what people write has an agenda attached to it. We write to sell a product, to deliver a message, to entertain. Some … Continue reading
How to write a How-To book that people will read
There are many ways to write a book. Not all of them will achieve the success envisioned by the author. To make sure that your target market will get past the cover of your book and delve into its contents, … Continue reading
