Introducing yourself as a writer
“What do you do?” How to answer this deceptively difficult question. Read More “Introducing yourself as a writer”
The Writing Life
Eight writing commandments to (sometimes) break
When good writing advice goes bad, savvy writers know when to forge their own paths. Read More “Eight writing commandments to (sometimes) break”
Be careful helping aspiring writers
Why one writer refuses to read unpublished manuscripts – and why you may consider doing the same. Read More “Be careful helping aspiring writers”
Little green monsters: How to handle writer envy
Turn jealousy into motivation. Read More “Little green monsters: How to handle writer envy”
Reading, writing, & romance: Literary power couples
Three couples share their secrets of collaborative success. Read More “Reading, writing, & romance: Literary power couples”
Is your home office causing you pain?
Learn how to set up your home office in the most ergonomically-friendly way. Read More “Is your home office causing you pain?”
Can a progress chart help you stay motivated to finish your novel?
Writing is hard. Writing a full-length manuscript is harder. How can authors stay motivated to reach the finish line? Read More “Can a progress chart help you stay motivated to finish your novel?”
The devil knocking: Why you should never write for essay mills
When unethical jobs tempt hungry writers. Read More “The devil knocking: Why you should never write for essay mills”
How to protect your writing from a computer emergency
Don’t lose your novel to a computer crash. Here’s a plan for a technical emergency. Read More “How to protect your writing from a computer emergency”
Finding a support system for your writing career
It takes more than talent to keep you writing. Read More “Finding a support system for your writing career”
Featured Posts
The top 5 best-selling novels of 2018 (so far)
The best-selling books on our list are a varied bunch, with authors ranging from an acclaimed novelist to a former president. Read More “The top 5 best-selling novels of 2018 (so far)”
The top 10 do’s and don’ts of submitting to literary agents
Before querying agents make sure to do or not do each of these items. Read More “The top 10 do’s and don’ts of submitting to literary agents”
Successful self-published authors share their top tips
We hear whispers that indie authors can make just as much as – if not more than – traditionally published authors. But who are these mythical indie authors, and how are they making it work? Read More “Successful self-published authors share their top tips”