By Toni Shiloh, @tonishilohwrite As we move from writing for pure pleasure to writing for intent, deadlines become a part of our life. If we are seeking an agent, we …
The Beauty of Flawed Characters
by Lisa Jordan, @lisajordan While driving home from an appointment with my mom, we talked about fictional characters and the frustration with characters in some novels being perfect. You know …
Catchphrase If You Can
by Angela Ruth Strong, @AngelaRStrong My husband’s phone rang, and I didn’t recognize the name that flashed on his screen. “Who’s that?” I asked. “You know Paul,” he said. “The …
8 Tips for Planning a Successful Writers’ Retreat
by Erica Vetsch, Erica Vetsch on Facebook As of the time of this posting, I, Erica Vetsch, am prepping for a writer’s retreat! Yay! I love a good writer’s retreat. …
Getting Your Manuscript Just Right
by Katherine Reay, @Katherine_Reay You’ve finished your manuscript and you’re ready to write that one page of perfection, your query letter to that ideal agent — in hopes that agent will request …