I’m a member of several writing groups, and I’m always amazed at the different reactions people have to similar situations. For instance, one writer might leave a critique session in …
17 Things To Do—Right Now—to Take Your Author Blog to the Next Level
I have a lot of writers ask me about blogging. Some want to get a solid start. Others want to ramp up their connections. Whatever information you’re looking for, today …
15 Things Successful Writers NEVER Say
Writers are an odd lot. I can say that, because I am one. So I speak from experience, not judgment. Like all creative people, we tend to feel things more …
The Job of the Author (It’s all about Story!)
It’s all about story. No, wait. It’s all about characters. Or – what about the plot? These comments are constantly batted around at writer’s conferences, in libraries, over mocha-lattes and …
Don’t Be Legalistic About Social Media
Social media stresses a lot of people out, but it doesn’t have to. One of the biggest issues is that people tend to approach it with a have-to-do, legalistic mindset. …