In my pre-Scrivener days of writing, I used MS Word. It got the job done, but when it was time to revise I got paranoid. What if I didn’t like all the changes I had just made? What if I liked most of them, but not all? What if deleted an entire scene, then two…
It’s Leap Day! That weird day that happens once every 4 years. That alone qualifies it as a holiday in my book. What about you? Because it’s leap day and the 5th Monday of the month, I thought I’d have a little fun. What’s the deal with February anyway? I mean, all the other months have…
We all know hiring a professional editor can be an expensive proposition. So finding ways to help your editor save time in editing your book is a good thing. I can’t take credit for today’s idea. I learned this tool from author and publisher Mark Gilroy at a Heart of America Writers Conference I attended…
In a day when publishing is at our fingertips, the question whether to publish independently or traditionally is one many writers consider. Both routes have their benefits and drawbacks. Maybe you are struggling with this very question right now. I hope today’s interview with author Janice Dick gives you some insight into making your decision. Janice,…
With conference season upon us, I thought it would be interesting to learn what goes into creating those conferences, so you can better evaluate the conference(s) you choose to attend (and pray for their organizers). I asked Julane Hiebert, chairwoman of the Called to Write Writers Conference held in Pittsburg, Kansas, to share her experience and…
As the first Monday of the month, my focus is marketing. I struggle with marketing like many authors do. I’ve purchased 1 or 2 marketing books, but they were only a little helpful. So today, I’d like to hear from you. What book(s) on marketing have you found most helpful and why? Please leave your…
Rejection letters from magazine editors, book publishers, and agents. Book sales? They’re flat lining. It’s all too easy for writers to get discouraged. I’ve received my share of rejection letters, and at present my book sales are dismal. Between the day job and my freelance work, marketing my books and writing my newest book get…
Writer’s conferences are one of the best places to get your work in front of agents and acquisitions editors. While you can find conferences happening the year round, spring and summer have the most to offer. Now, while you still have time to rearrange your work schedule and purchase plane tickets at a reasonable price,…