First Impressions Pt.2 ~ Some writers might say that the first paragraph is not quite as important as the first sentence and not nearly as important as the first page – so why am I focusing on this ‘first’ if… Read More ›
Month: August 2014
Writing Rituals
When I was younger I would have said immediately that my ritual was to hand write/print draft one while sitting in nature. I don’t have that luxury anymore. While I do still find it cathartic to write a first draft… Read More ›
Free Self-Publishing Tools
Publicity Tip #46 Whether you need help designing a DIY cover to spec, are looking for guidance in formatting your manuscript, or are looking to generate a bar code for your book so you don’t have to pay someone to… Read More ›
Day 335 – Stasis
Posted on August 9, 2014 by Charlotte Cuevas A photograph of leaves on the quiet forest floor, no evidence of hidden life, though they tell you- of course, it is so. There is a time to die but when the… Read More ›
Writer’s Arse, And Other Ailments
Originally posted on Tara Sparling writes:
The gurus over at Writing.ie have published another article I wrote today. A sort of confessional piece. I talk about the terrible afflictions which writers suffer, and how I suffer in particular (from being terribly afflicted).…
Editing Tip #46
First Impressions Pt.1 ~ Your book cover, your blurb, and your social media presence all make huge first impressions when it comes to enticing a reader to pick up your book and look inside. But what is going to… Read More ›
Official Reviewer for Readers’ Favorite Book Reviews
It has been some time since I wrote a review – a ‘real’ review that I can share with all of you. Just over two months ago I joined the reader book review site “Readers’ Favorite” – it allows me… Read More ›
Writing & the Senses
The use of scent and the 5 senses in writing is essential. By creating moments whereby the reader is able to connect to time, place, mood, character, etc. writers open up a world of possibility and recognition. A book without… Read More ›
An Inexpensive Idea
~ Publicity Tip #45 ~ Whether you’re a self-publisher working on a tight budget or a traditionally published author working to encapsulate an idea for your next book the website Fiverr.com might be just what you need. Now, there’s a… Read More ›
Poetry & Identity
I have been struggling with this concept for nearly 3 years now. I’m unhappy as an individual when my life revolves solely around my child – don’t get me wrong, I love him dearly but I’m not the kind of… Read More ›
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