by Peter Leavell, @PeterLeavell Charles Dickens wanted to pen something different. By 1859, he’d written character-heavy novels that were so successful, the books were named after the lead such as …
Advantages of Critique Groups
By Dana R. Lynn, @DanaRLynn I submitted my first book to an editor in 2013 through the So You Think You Can Write contest by Harlequin. I freely admit I …
Three Tips for Improving Your Author Newsletter
by Beth K. Vogt, @bethvogt When you’re designing your author newsletter think three Ts: TEMPLATE We’re told to be all about brand, so consider how you’re presenting yourself on your website …
Holding Onto Hope in the Writing World
By Susan L. Tuttle, @Susan_Tuttle5 Writing is a tough world. First, we have to learn our craft. Then we have to find the time to apply what we’ve learned. Once …
How to Be a Pantser in a Plotter World
by Melissa Tagg, @Melissa_Tagg I love a good plan. I mean, like, really love. At my marketing day job, I never start a workday without a task list. When I’m …