Writerly Rant #50 by M.J. Moores, OCT. Author. Editor. Freelance Writer. The battle wages on – oh yes, it does – in my head all the time. I’ve done nearly two years of practical research into the world of DIY… Read More ›
Writerly Rants
You’re Not a Writer if…
Writerly Rant #49 by M.J. Moores, OCT. Author. Editor. Freelance Writer. I was told a while back, no confronted would be a better word, with why it’s taken me so long to publish my first novel if I initially drafted… Read More ›
An Imperfect Balancing Act
Writerly Rant #47 by M.J. Moores, OCT. Author. Editor. Freelance Writer. Dealing with email and social media on a daily basis is not a hassle-niche just for authors, even my husband (a Civil Engineer) complains about dealing with problems via… 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).…
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 ›
Don’t Snub Your Nose
Writerly Rant #45 by M.J. Moores, OCT. Author. Editor. Freelance Writer. I’m not debating personal ethics, Karma, or even suggesting how to live your life. No. Quite frankly, if you want to be a good writer you can’t snub your… Read More ›
Blurb Doctor: Gem-Oh Line
Originally posted on Planetary Defense Command:
This is the second house call by the Blurb Doctor for one of Natalie McKay‘s stories. This time it’s Gem-Oh Line, here’s the current blurb: Nyria’s life couldn’t get much worse. Not only was…
Creativity & Catharsis
Writerly Rant #43 by M.J. Moores, OCT. Author. Editor. Freelance Writer. I just went to see an action packed summer blockbuster flick that’s been getting mixed reviews from fans and press alike. Now, I haven’t been to the movies since… Read More ›
The Cynic’s Guide to Blogging
July 8, 2014 by Tara Sparling Tomorrow is my 1st bloggerversary bloggaversary Blogiversary! (Pause. Wait for silence). It is, though. On 9 July 2013 I started blogging about book sales, writing for money in an environment where there is no pay for writing,… Read More ›