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one of the best tips I’ve read in a long time
Originally posted on Jean's Writing:
I loved this article by Janice Hardy. Her tips on how to enhance a story with characters really got me to thinking more about mine. Everyone has quirks. Good, bad, funny, sad, or funky, we all have something that makes us unique. So, what is weird or quirky about your…
Do you know how to publish an ebook with pictures?
Originally posted on Jean's Writing:
Using MS-Word? Success at last! When I loaded it up to KDP, everything worked! If you write children’s books or comic books, I’m sure you’ve heard of Kindle Kids’ Book Creator. This program is terrific. However, the program limits which electronic devices that can open and read the book.…
You Asked: What the Heck is a Beta Reader? Do I Need One?
Originally posted on COW PASTURE CHRONICLES:
Welcome to another, You Asked, the Experts Answer, segment. This week’s question is: What are Beta Readers and do I need one? A Beta Reader is someone who reads your manuscript before you release it and provides feedback. Similar to technology companies who release software updates to Beta Testers for the…
How to write a good foundation
Originally posted on Jean's Writing:
Start with the straight talk about world building that I need. If I needed it, then I thought maybe someone else needed a bit of help too. I’ve never written a futuristic, or historical story. So I’ve never felt the need to do a lot of world building. However, as…
Do you think writing a picture book is easy?
Originally posted on Jean's Writing:
Well, I did! And was I in for a rude surprise. Yes, this little picture book was a lot more difficult than I ever imagined. But I’m getting closer to the finish line. This little Princess is almost here. I’m working on covers now. What do you think of this draft? Coming…
Want to write every day?
Originally posted on Jean's Writing:
Well, I do! But some days I get distracted and can’t think of any good ideas. Or my muse leaves me high and dry. Or my WIP is just boring. Or, well, you get the point. But I’m beginning to think the only bad idea is one not written. So…
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It’s a jungle out there – watch out for the vanity presses #wwwblogs #amwriting #selfpublishing
Alison Williams Writing I had a phone call the other day from an elderly gentleman who was trying to find an agent. I explained the process to him and then he said that he’d already published a book, but he still couldn’t get an agent. Digging deeper, it seemed that he was under the impression […]