by Stephanie Morrill | Nov 22, 2023 | Writing, Writing Life
As a writer (and as a person, if I’m honest) it’s easy for me to fixate on what changes I would like to make. Contracts I wish I had, books I wish I’d written, writing time that I wish was longer, a social media following that I wish was bigger, and...
by Jill Williamson | Nov 8, 2023 | Editing, Getting Feedback On Your Writing, Getting Published, Lists for Writers, Writing, Writing As A Business
Editors and agents are busy people. If you have been invited to submit chapters or a full manuscript to them, take extra time to ensure that you are sending out your best work. To help you make the best first impression, I’ve created a Submission Checklist. Use this...
by Jill Williamson | Oct 18, 2023 | Creativity, Editing, Guest Posts, Learning from Other Authors, Practicing, Writing, Writing Exercise
Callie Thomas is an indie author who loves all things fairy tales—including twisting tales of her own. Her favorite stories have a mix of sweet romance, laughter, and a pinch of magic. When she’s not writing, she enjoys playing board games, reading at the beach,...
by Jill Williamson | Oct 11, 2023 | Brainstorming, First Drafts, Learning from Other Authors, NaNoWriMo, Plot, Story Structure, Writing
For the past few months, I’ve been taking you through my process of developing my upcoming Blood of Kings Legends short novel using The Story Equation by Susan May Warren. This story is about Guy and Girl. (I cannot yet share their names because my contracts says I...
by Jill Williamson | Sep 20, 2023 | Creativity, First Drafts, Learning from Other Authors, Writing
Kate Angelo is a bestselling suspense author, wife, minister, and speaker from Missouri who works alongside her husband to strengthen and encourage marriages and families. As Mom to 5 children, she’s fluent in both sarcasm and eye rolls. With her chihuahua taking up...
by Jill Williamson | Aug 30, 2023 | Author Life, Encouragement, Getting Published, Guest Posts, Learning from Other Authors, Writing, Writing Life
Crystal Grant is a daydreamer who adores freshly-baked cookies and anything with fur or feathers. During the day, she strives to instill a love of books and learning within her young students. As a hearing-impaired, home-school graduate, she found her voice in writing...
