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7 Social Media Tips for Authors
Social media writer’s block. It’s a thing! You have no problem hammering away at an 80,000 word novel, but when it comes to a 140 character tweet? Forget about it! You end up posting about what you had for dinner or what you did during the day, and nobody seems to be...
Five Common Writing Mistakes by First-Time Authors, and How to Fix Them!
When it comes to writing, every writer is unique. But mistakes made by first-time authors are not as unique. In a very unscientific poll, I asked fiction editors which errors they come across the most often. Not surprisingly, the culprits were the same. Below are the...
Why Publish Like A Minion When You Can Go Big?
According to tonerbuzz.com an estimated one million books are released annually by mainstream publishers. If self-published authors are added to the number, the stat will go sky high to about 4 million books published every year. However, out of that staggering...
3 Reasons to Print on Demand
Print on demand is an exciting way to produce books and is relatively new—only about 15 years old. It has revolutionized book creation and the publishing market, from family books to work by creative pros, to mainline publishers and academics. With sophisticated...
Impress Your Fans at Your Book Signing Event
As an author, hosting a book signing event is a great strategy to promote your book, hook new fans and celebrate the endless night and day that you have put in to make your book a reality. If you want to host a book signing event, here is how to do it right and...
7 Things A Professional Writer Knows That An Amateurs Doesn’t
For most of my twenties, I jumped from one dream to the next. But through it all, I secretly wanted to be a writer. I watched friends bridge the gap between amateur and professional, and I wished I could be them. Because I was envious of my friends’ writing success, I...
How to Establish a Daily Writing Routine
Whether you are a professional writer or a student, a daily writing routine can help you stay focused.
Why Writers Need a Strong Online Presence
As a writer, having a strong online presence is crucial to building your brand
Are You Writing the Wrong Words?
My 10-year-old daughter loves telling stories, and she really liked embellish them with emotionally laden words that packed a punch. For example, her teacher didn’t speak firmly or shout – she’d “scream”. A kid at school didn’t push another – he’d “viciously smash”...
The 5 Secrets of Successful Writers
Some writers think that success occurs in a magical moment when the stars and planets align for a particular person. But waiting for Fate to tap your shoulder as the lucky one places your chance to succeed in the hands of strangers. And, yes, it is just luck at that...
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