I came across a really fascinating infographic created by the folks at Global English Editing. It’s an overview of reading habits around the world, and a quick snapshot of how 2020 looks when it comes to reading.
I was …
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I came across a really fascinating infographic created by the folks at Global English Editing. It’s an overview of reading habits around the world, and a quick snapshot of how 2020 looks when it comes to reading.
I was …
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As we move through 2020 and the global pandemic continues, questions arise for writers:
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You probably know why you’re writing your book. But do you have a good handle on what would make someone want to read it?
It’s important for you to not only know this, but make sure …
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I sat down to write this post and just kind of stared at the screen for a while. Found myself clicking over to Facebook for a bit, then resolutely back here to write. Hopped over to check …
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When you’re a debut author trying to break in to traditional publishing, one of the most important things to remember is this:
Minimize the obstacles.
You already know it’s not going to be easy to break in, …
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When facing massive uncertainty, as exists in today’s highly interconnected global economy, it is essential to appreciate both what one does know as well as what one does not know. ~Vikram Mansharamani
Publishing has been operating …
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Sometimes when I talk with writers about the guidelines and conventions that are expected in today’s fiction—for example, don’t go overboard with description, or… show, don’t tell—writers push back with the classic “classics” argument. They’ll …
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Recently I had lunch with two writers, one published and the other not yet, but close. The most impressive thing about these two women is that they’ve each written more than a dozen books. Because of that, …
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Read.
It seems obvious. If you’re a writer, you have to read!
I know most of you are readers. But I’m regularly surprised at how many writers confess to not reading widely in the genre they’re writing. Or any …
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These days authors are expected to have a “platform” and engage with others in the public space, which typically means online in social media, blogs and podcasting. In our current cultural climate — the first half of …