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My Books
Gabby’s Secret
Back cover: Third-grader Gabby Honeycutt is devastated when her teacher asks... read more
Hook Me: What to Include in Your First Chapter
You only have one chance to hook an editor or agent with your first chapter.... read more
Altared Plans
The perfect day. The perfect marriage. The perfect groom. WHAT COULD GO WRONG?... read more
Tag Archives: Writer
Writing: Self-Publishing
Until recently, when someone said they’d self-published a book, most people would roll their eyes and mutter under their breath, “He’s not a real writer.” Not so anymore. Gone are the days when you have to plunk down thousands of …
Posted in Self-publishing
Tagged Author, Manuscript, Print on demand, publishing, Publishing and Printing, Self-publishing, Writer, writing, writing a book
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Writing Goal for Your First Draft
Someone once said that a goal not written down is only a wish. In order to achieve goals, it’s important to write them down and then make yourself accountable for those goals, especially when it comes to writing. It’s easy …
Posted in Writing Fiction, writing a novel, writing for children
Tagged daily word count, first draft, Writer, writing, writing a novel, writing ficiton, writing goals
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The Dreaded Rejection Letter
You’ve taken classes, studied the best writing books, outlined your novel, taken a year to write it, and let others read and critique it. You’ve researched the market, picked a few publishers you feel will be the best fit for …
Posted in Inspiration, Writing Fiction
Tagged Author, Manuscript, publishing, Rejection letter, Writer, writers resources, writing, writing a book, Writing Fiction
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Writing Fiction: Editing
“I’m not a very good writer, but I’m an excellent rewriter.” – James Michener That’s editing in a nutshell. Some writers prefer writing the rough draft and feeling the creativity as it flows through their fingers. Other writers enjoy the …
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Tagged Editing, Manuscript, Writer, writing a book, writing a novel, Writing and Editing, Writing Fiction
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To Outline or Not To Outline
Writers are not only passionate about their writing, but many are just as passionate about whether or not to outline.
