Writing Help and Advice for All
…Indie Authors, there’s only one way to take control of yer self-publishing—like a boss!…
Originally posted on Seumas Gallacher:
…the most common question most self-publishing scribblers get is, ‘how easy/difficult is it to run yer own stuff as an indie author?’… well, this ol’ Jurassic’s been at it for more than eight years now, and I reckon I’ve learned a few things along the road (maybe that’s a few…
EDITING 101: 11 – Using a Thesaurus…
Originally posted on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog:
Originally posted as the Dun Writin’—Now Whut? series on this blog, EDITING 101 is a weekly refresher series for some of you and brand new for others. Courtesy of Adirondack Editing Using a Thesaurus When you were in grammar school, you were taught the terms antonym and synonym. An antonym…
How To Write A Great Book Review – Research by A.J. Alexander
Originally posted on Writer's Treasure Chest:
Picture courtesy of: https://www.tes.com/lessons/IMa05aDDs32cog/digital-book-reviews ? Lately, I’ve been asked by a fellow writer if I read his book and would be prepared to write a review. Even though I know how much work, effort, and heart blood a writer invests into books, I know as well, a writer…
How to Write Endings that “Wow!”
Originally posted on Kristen Lamb's Blog:
Once again, I invited blogger and copywriter Alex Limberg to spread his nuggets of wisdom amongst us. Today, he is closing in on closings. He is showing us several “typical closing styles” you can use as templates for your own stories. Yes, just rip them off mercilessly. Alex…
How to Hook the Reader
Originally posted on Ryan Lanz:
? by J.U. Scribe Some books turn you off, whether it’s spelling mistakes, cheesy cliches, or Mary-Sue characters. On the other end of the spectrum, there are books that attract you. Some books instantly jump out at you whether you’re perusing the shelves of Barnes & Noble, or scrolling through the…
Resources for Writers: Calibre
Originally posted on Kristen Twardowski:
For many independent writers, one of the most difficult aspects of self-publishing is ensuring that readable versions of their manuscripts make it into the hands of readers. Calibre, an open source (i.e. free) ebook library management system makes the process of digitizing books a little easier. Calibre began back back…
Viv Drewa - The Owl Lady 