We’ve all struggled with some form of writer’s block. Either the right words just aren’t flowing, or you’ve hit a wall in terms of story progression. Sometimes the story is there, but we just don’t feel a motivation to write. Regardless of what form your writer’s block takes, you can’t sit and wait for inspiration or … Continue reading Playlists and Mood Boards
The Importance of Good Cover Art
Ever heard the saying "Don't judge a book by its cover?" In reality, that's actually what readers do. If the cover art is not eye-catching enough on a shelf full of books, it's likely they'll pick up something that is. Unsure where to start? Check out the bestselling covers in the genre you're pursuing. What … Continue reading The Importance of Good Cover Art
The Essentials of Editing
I am currently studying a Copyediting online course offered by Writers Digest. The course is amazing so far. The course covers the basics of grammar, punctuation, and spelling. The importance of writing in the active rather than the passive voice is also included. The recommended reading books are The Chicago Manual of Style, the Associated … Continue reading The Essentials of Editing
Grow Your Following
We live in an age when technology is pretty much a part of our everyday lives. Just look at social media – it is so integrated into our lives. We don’t just use social media as a place to post pictures of our pets or our homemade bread, it’s also where we search for jobs, … Continue reading Grow Your Following
Finding Your Community
Whether you are a first-time writer just starting out, or a successfully published author with several works under your belt, there is one thing that ever single writer needs: a writing community. Writing can be a very lonely pursuit. However, it’s a journey that we can’t go on alone. We need friends to lean on … Continue reading Finding Your Community
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