Shari Lopatin

My Secret to Finding New Readers, Followers

I’m going to let you in on a little social media secret. It’s one I’ve picked up while working as a media strategist for both my day-job, and as my own consultant (not to mention, building MY readership, as a writer). It’s a very simple concept, really, but a difficult one for many to grasp.…

Shari Lopatin

April 5, 2012

Media Strategy/Marketing Tips

business, Facebook, marketing, online marketing, Social media, Twitter, Writing

From Social Media to Hollywood Writing: True Story!

So, have you heard about James Erwin, the writer who made it famous from Des Moines, IA, because his Reddit post landed him a writing gig for Hollywood? Mashable wrote an article about him earlier this week (which is why I didn’t wait until next Thursday to post). In short, from the article: During a…

Shari Lopatin

March 22, 2012

Industry News

Hollywood, James Erwin, marketing, Mashable, Mashable articles, Social media, Writing

I’m Back, with Author Jessica McCann!

Hellooooo! It feels so good to be back from my blog hiatus (although I’m now posting every OTHER Thursday) … and I’m swinging into full gear with a special guest post today. Jessica McCann is a new author who just launched her first historical fiction novel a year ago, All Different Kinds of Free. Personally,…

Shari Lopatin

March 15, 2012

Guest Posts, Writing Tips

All Different Kinds of Free, books, Jessica McCann, publishing, Writing, writing advice, writing tips

5 Years Ago Today …

I know I’m on a blog hiatus, but today is very special for me, and I COULDN’T pass this up. Today is my 5-year anniversary with my life’s love, Oscar. And I couldn’t resist sharing our story with you. First off, no … we’re not married yet. But we live life committed like we’re married,…

Shari Lopatin

February 24, 2012

Funny Life Stories

blogging, life, Love, love story, Writing

Weight Watchers for Your Writing? Oh Yes …

For the first time in my life, I’m struggling with a weight problem. Not a bad one, but it’s enough. I don’t mean to get all mushy on you; trust me, there’s a writing lesson here. First of all, I’m sorry I missed a blog post last week. I suffered an Internet outage, and then life…

Shari Lopatin

February 2, 2012

Writing Tips

blogging, Creativity, life, Weight Watchers, Writing

Content Marketing: What You DIDN’T Know

It’s not just for companies. It’s not just for marketers. Content marketing can be applied to anyone or anything seeking exposure: Authors/writers Business owners Non-profits Newsrooms You name it! And, content marketing is a GREAT way to increase your audience. Writers, use it to develop a loyal readership. Business owners, use it to create customers. Editors…

Shari Lopatin

January 12, 2012

Media Strategy/Marketing Tips

blogging, business, content marketing, marketing, media, media strategy, Social media, Writing

Inspire Yourself with these 6 Themes

I’ve been on a creative binge lately. And for the New Year, I want to help inspire you, too! I’ve been reading books and writing stories about some of the deepest, most profound themes I know. You know, those deep, dark ideas that give a story its umph. That inspire us to reconsider our own…

Shari Lopatin

January 5, 2012

Writing Tips

blogging, Creativity, inspiration, life, themes, Writer’s Block, Writing

Miracle off 28th Ave. on Tuesday Afternoon

Happy New Year! And I’m taking a break … LOL! Instead, please enjoy this short blog post I wrote a year ago. About a beautiful experience I had, and I’d like to share with you. Let the music begin … A Miracle off 28th Ave. on Tuesday Afternoon Posted on December 28, 2010, by Shari Lopatin It started…

Shari Lopatin

December 29, 2011

Funny Life Stories

blogging, Creativity, inspiration, life, music, Sound of Music, Writing

How to Get (Many) Comments on Your Blog

*Please note this is now an older post. It’s still helpful, but for more updated tips on marketing your name or brand to the public, please see the note at the end of this post. The first thing I noticed about Nina Badzin was her Twitter following, which eventually led me to her blog.…

Shari Lopatin

December 7, 2011

Guest Posts, Media Strategy/Marketing Tips

blog, blogging, Communications, marketing, Nina Badzin, Social media, Writing

What Are You Willing to Sacrifice to Write?

I first met Lynette Benton on Twitter, and soon discovered what a great writing instructor she makes! That’s why I invited Lynette to write a guest post for Rogue Writer. Today she asks, what would YOU be willing to sacrifice to write? Read (and see) Lynette’s hilarious answer below … What Are You Willing to…

Shari Lopatin

November 17, 2011

Guest Posts, Writing Tips

Creativity, humor, Lynette Benton, Writing, writing tips