I am lucky enough to belong to several local writing groups whose members offer their opinion on various WIP (works in progress) I bring to the table each month. What I love about these groups is the diversity of experience… Read More ›
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Editing Tip #97 – Beta Reading for Others Pt.2: Intent (likability)
What’s not to like about getting to read new, upcoming books for free? Well, I guess as a beta reader we’re spending valuable time and the gift of our literate opinion, then again we wouldn’t have accepted a beta book… Read More ›
Editing Tip #96 – Beta Reading for Others Pt.1: Style
One of the best ways to improve our writing is by having someone beta read our book before doing any final self-edits. If you’ve ever had a chance to experience this, it’s uplifting to see a first-reader’s positive responses and… Read More ›
Guest Post by Renee Scattergood – Author of the Shadow Stalker Series
Writerly Rant #63
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 and an Open Mind…
What does it mean to keep an “open mind” as a writer? For me this idea resonates two ways: 1. As a planner (and not a pantser) I must allow the story and thus the characters to follow their own… Read More ›
Bad Poetry
The notion of ‘bad poetry’ has been on my mind since I listened to some last night. Insert “sigh” here. It is always difficult to critique poetry and it’s even harder for someone to take you seriously if you’re not… Read More ›
Editing Tip #3
By editing several drafts on your own, you can save money and heartache with an editor later. The art of Drafting is tedious for some writers and exciting for others. Which are you? The first draft of your manuscript is… Read More ›
