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Behind the Scenes with Memoir Author and Coach Patti M. Hall

By M.J. Moores on November 22, 2015 • ( 0 )

Today I have invited back Patti M. Hall to speak with us about memoir and her experiences with writing, coaching, and finding representation. For each of us there are differences and similarities in our journeys but regardless of how we… Read More ›

I’m A Published Author, But No One In My Family Cares!

By M.J. Moores on June 9, 2015 • ( 0 )

Writerly Rant #89

Author vs. Writer

By M.J. Moores on March 17, 2015 • ( 0 )

Originally posted on AnitaLovett.com:
Authors and writers are one and the same, are they not? After all, your favorite author is the genius writer of your favorite novel, right? You may be surprised to learn that some professionals dislike being labeled a writer…

The Blunders of Book Events

By M.J. Moores on November 25, 2014 • ( 2 )

Writerly Rant #61 By M.J. Moores, OCT. Author. Editor. Freelance Writer. I attended a book festival this past weekend run by a well-known regional writers group with a very good reputation for pulling in a crowd – be it for… Read More ›

Do You Need Validation?

By M.J. Moores on November 7, 2014 • ( 3 )

The thing about writing is if you’re looking for any kind of validation that doesn’t stem from within… fans, fame, fortune… more than 90% of the time you won’t get it. Being a writer, an author really, is about passion… Read More ›

Guest Blogging Pt. 4

By M.J. Moores on October 30, 2014 • ( 0 )

Publicity Tip #57 ~ Look for “Diamond’s in the Rough”. What does that mean? It means that during your target market blog searches also be keeping up to speed on author, reviewer and writing sites (like Infinite Pathways) as potential… Read More ›

Guest Blogging Pt. 3

By M.J. Moores on October 23, 2014 • ( 3 )

Publicity Tip #56 ~ As an author or writer (however you identify yourself) getting into the swing of social media and blogging might be a new “thing” for you – especially if you’re of the generation(s) that didn’t grow up… Read More ›

Guest Blogging Pt. 2

By M.J. Moores on October 17, 2014 • ( 0 )

Publicity Tip #55 ~ Finding blogs to be a guest writer on is not easy and in recognition of this fact several blogger-hangouts have been created to tempt you into joining their ranks. They promise a great platform where you… Read More ›

Guest Blogging Pt. 1

By M.J. Moores on October 9, 2014 • ( 1 )

Publicity Tip #54 ~ One of the best ways to get the word out about your upcoming or just released book is by guest blogging. Now, this is similar to what you may know of “the virtual book tour” in… Read More ›

Truth or Dare

By M.J. Moores on June 20, 2014 • ( 0 )

I look at this quote from many different perspectives: Author Editor Reader As an author I cling to the overall image of my work to be able to speak the truth about all aspects of my writing. Yes, I see… Read More ›