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• Writer’s Arse, And Other Ailments

  By M.J. Moores on August 12, 2014 • ( 0 )

  

  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

  By M.J. Moores on August 11, 2014 • ( 2 )

  

    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

  By M.J. Moores on August 10, 2014 • ( 2 )

  

  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

  By M.J. Moores on August 8, 2014 • ( 3 )

  

  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

  By M.J. Moores on August 7, 2014 • ( 0 )

  

  ~ 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

  By M.J. Moores on August 6, 2014 • ( 0 )

  

  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 ›

• Don’t Snub Your Nose

  By M.J. Moores on August 5, 2014 • ( 5 )

  

  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 ›

• Editing Tip #45

  By M.J. Moores on August 5, 2014 • ( 0 )

  

    The Believability Factor Revisited – Pt.1: Pre-drafting ~ I’ve touched on this idea several times in various other posts but it’s a valid one worth taking the time to get right. Whether you’re a non-fiction writer (Memoir, creative non-fiction),… Read More ›

• Never Give Up

  By M.J. Moores on August 1, 2014 • ( 2 )

  

  It’s interesting just how many authors I’ve spoken with or read blogs of over the last few years who’ve told the story of the moment they “gave up.” But they’re published authors now, so obviously that’s not the end of… Read More ›

• Marketing & Publishing Traditionally

  By M.J. Moores on July 31, 2014 • ( 2 )

  

  Publicity Tip #44 What is the secret of success for those multimillion dollar publishing contracts and viral sales in, well, any genre? You’d be surprised at the answer. After speaking with several authors, who publish with small and large presses,… Read More ›

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