20 Things I’ve Learned from Doing 200 Writer Interviews
It’s no secret that one reason I love interviewing writers is because I learn a lot. The very best writers teach, inspire, and help other…
Writing Tips
Lessons from Lennon/McCartney: How to Make a Writing Partnership Work
Since John Lennon would have been 70 tomorrow, it has me thinking about writing partnerships.
How to Format a Manuscript for an Ebook
Publishing an ebook today is quick and easy. Once you have a great topic that interests you, the next step is formatting your ebook to…
How Do You Recharge Your Writing Batteries?
This holiday weekend reminded me that as a writer I need to recharge my batteries every so often. I think writers, especially freelance writers, are…
Why (Some) Authors Fail
Guest post by Author Marketing Experts
Pelham One Two Three and Good Writing
The other night I was watching an old movie, Pelham One Two Three (the original, from 1974), and it reminded me about good writing.
How Can Handwriting Help You Focus on Your Writing?
Guest post by Sheila Lowe Working at home is a wonderful thing. The five second commute from bedroom to office; staying in your jammies all…
Working From Home: Guest Post by James Diehl
Guest post by James Diehl
Branding: The Secret to Selling More Books
If you’ve ever wondered what motivates people to buy a book, consider this: consumers don’t buy a book, they buy a brand or, as a…
Developing Your Lead Character
We’ve all read books that have characters that really stay with us. It’s exciting when that happens, and the mark of great writing.