Publicity Tip #48 The best way to gain more followers is to keep writing and publishing. It doesn’t matter if you’re an indie author or with a traditional publisher: The more you put yourself out there, the more return you’ll… Read More ›
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Writing and Decision Making
Have you ever reached a point where you could take your story in one direction or another…. or even another? And you’re not sure which is the best path to take – There have been times when I’ve tried to… 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 ›
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 ›
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).…
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 ›
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 ›
Editing Tip #45
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
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
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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