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20 Ways to Tackle Writer's Block
Thanks to a fantastic discussion on Writer's Chat, I wanted to make the resources readily available. Below you'll find twenty ways t
Writing to Know We're Not Alone
The question that haunts an author far more than: so where did this idea come from? The question: Why do you write?
My First Pre-order
I always compared a pre-order to a baby shower. Authors, after all, claim books as their babies, and what better way to celebrate a book...
How Many Rounds Does It Take to Get a Book Contract?
It took me years to realize I had a lot more people to impress to get a book contract than just an agent and a publisher.
Knock on 100 Doors (Encouragement for Those Wanting to Give Up Writing)
The world of writing is a world of nos. You send out 100 emails in hopes of at least one yes.
What Does the Book of Daniel Have to do with Teens?
So you stuck the book of Daniel in a high school. Why? Here are ten reasons why the dude from Babylon has something to say today.
BLAZE: The story of the name change
My editor changed the title of my debut a month before it released for pre-order. And I am so happy he did.
Blog Tour: Jennifer Senne
Jennifer Senne stops by to talk about her positive self-image book, "Good Morning, Mirror!" This near and dear topic to my heart a
Why Prequels Make No Sense
Random rant time. I hate prequels. Most of the time they serve as info-dumping cash grabs that answer questions you never had about a story.
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas to all writers, explorers, and strugglers of this publishing industry. Your Christmas miracle may not happen on December 25t
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