Category: Writing Tips
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Happy Holidays! And Farewell ‘Till January
No, I’m not saying “Happy Holidays” to appease the PC Police, or to anger the “Merry Christmas” folks. I’m merely saying Happy Holidays because … well, I don’t know what you celebrate. But whatever it is, I want it to be happy for you, because I’m a nice person. Whether you’re observing Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Festivus, or…
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Penguin Random House Merger Helps Author Solutions Exploit Writers
OK, so I haven’t written about the publishing industry on here in awhile, but this was just too dang good–and important. I know many of you who follow me are also professional writers, some indie writers. So please take a moment and read this. It opened my eyes! And knowledge is power, people.
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Become a Better Writer with This Tip
I can’t take credit for this; I saw it in a PR Daily article, “The 7 traits of great writers.” But what I read was absolutely ingenious. Specifically, number two on the list: 2. You collect words. Great writers collect words with the intent of using them later. I keep a running list of my…
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Are You Being True to Your Writing?
As a writer, this is perhaps the MOST IMPORTANT question you need to ask yourself. A few weeks ago, I wrote a blog post entitled, “The Novel Dilemma: Story No Longer Relevant … Now What?” Many of you commented with empathetic remarks or great advice (thank you!). And now, I’m happy to report that I found the…
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The Novel Dilemma: Story No Longer Relevant … Now What?
What happens if you discover your novel-in-progress is no longer relevant? Do you let it go and start a new project, or re-work your story and characters? I ask because I’VE hit such a dilemma, and I’m turning to you for answers. I may be an experienced article-writer, journalist, and copywriter … but the world…
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Here’s to All the Outcasts!
All the “weirdos,” all the “stupids,” all the “oddballs.” I’m proud to walk among you, because my uniqueness is what makes my writing stand out. Were you ever bullied as a kid? Forced to give up your milk money? Endured long hours of whispers or sly smirks, followed by giggles behind your back?
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Just F-ing Write, Already!
This is what my boyfriend recently yelled at me. And ever since, I’ve screamed those same words over and over into my head. To force myself to stop obsessing over everyone else who’s been (super) successful, and why I’m not there yet. We’re writers, right? So for the love of GOD—just do some dang writing…
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5 Lessons I’ve Learned from Reporter to PR
I used to hate PR (public relations) people when I worked on the newspaper. And really, I still kinda cringe when someone calls me a PR professional. “I’m in media relations,” I always correct them. I don’t spin. I don’t twist. I just educate the public the best I can for a company. Would I…
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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,…