You know you need to develop a habit. No, not the kind that is painfully depicted in Requiem for a Dream. A writing habit. Novels, blog posts, books, and courses are not written without one. Sure, you could try writing inconsistently, but you will get inconsistent results. If you actually want to see your name…
I think I am pretty much the luckiest person in the world to get to work with Mikael Short. Not only does she write amazing books, but she is a wonderful human being. My favorite moment with Mikael? When we met in person and looked at the Christmas displays in New York City together. The world…
As you all know, I think writing is a crucial component to writing a novel. I am in the thick of writing the draft of my novel, and I thought it would be fun to share 13 songs that I am playing on repeat. Why? They are related to my novel! Intrigued? Here is the list:1.…
Okay, I know I am late to the party, but I am a little obsessed with Crazy Ex-Girlfriend right now. Maybe a little more than obsessed. I am sure my best friend is sick of getting texts from me about how much I love a certain scene or idea in the show, and I am…
Editor's Note: This post was written by the amazing Ashley Williams. She is an expert on pitching yourself to podcasts, blogs, you name it. She has kindly taken time out of her busy schedule running an amazing podcast to share her pitching secrets. Here you are writing your book. You're finally taking your collection of stories,…
So you have been thinking about hiring an editor, but you are on the fence. Here are 13 reasons why you should hop on the side of hiring one.1. You are sick of asking your friends and family to look at your writing.2. You are really sick of asking your friends and family why the…
You know the voice.No, not the one that is critiqued by Adam Levine and Blake Shelton.It is that evil, little voice in the back of your head. You know, the one that sounds like Regina George or any of the Heathers. It says things like:"Who are you kidding? You will never be a writer.""This passage…
The world's best copywriter, Jamie Jensen, was kind enough to sit down with me to discuss everything writing. Want copy tips? Need to improve your dialogue? Not sure what a story is? Struggling to find your voice? This interview has everything you need!
Authors alway struggle with marketing their novels. When writers imagine selling their work, they have images of Big Tan Teague from O Brother, Where Art Thou? It doesn't have to be that way! I have compiled 13 ways to market your book without feeling like a gross cyclops. 1. Tell your loved ones about it in person.…
I am a little obsessed with The Little Prince. It is my favorite book of all time. Seriously, there is not a book on the planet (or any other planet) that I love more. I own several copies of the book (the pop-up book, a French version, and an English version). I even had a…