Helping Writers Go from Unpublished to Published
I couldn’t let December pass without visiting the topic of setting goals.
As I write this, it is still November, but I have set aside December to review my 2023 goals. I’ll figure out where I went wrong with those I didn’t meet, and what I did right with those I accomplished.
Last month, one of my Tuesday tip emails prompted a reader to contact me. She asked if I’d ever written about jealousy. She was referring to the jealousy we might feel when we look at the success of other writers in comparison to our own.
When I discovered I’d never touched on the topic, I decided it was time.
I can’t stress enough how unproductive and self-defeating comparing ourselves is. I struggled with this issue a lot during my childhood (having a twin sister made it easy) and on into adulthood.
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This month we’re hearing from Kristin Noland. Kristin is an internationally renowned professional editor, specializing in developmental, line, and copy editing of speculative fiction.
She’s edited over seventy manuscripts, including two bestsellers.
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Today’s post is from children’s book writer Linda Mai. Linda has a master’s degree in Elementary Education and taught third grade. Besides writing picture books and middle grade novels, she plays in a handbell choir, rides her ATV, and loves to travel.
Writing for children is easy, right? Actually no. It isn’t! In fact, many agree it’s harder to write for children than adults. WHY? Because every word must count in a picture book, and you must leave room for the illustrator to tell half the story.
[Read more…] about Writing for ChildrenThis month’s post comes from Dak Frederick.
Dak helps aspiring authors turn their passion for helping others into high-quality self-published books. He’s a freelance writer who enjoys crafting articles focused on creative marketing strategies for authors and entrepreneurs, as well as content on personal finances and self-development. He is a retired U.S. Marine [semper fi, Dak] and holds a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies from Ashford University. He’s the author of 101 Things Every Man Should Know and is a member of the International Association of Publishers Writers and Editors. His faith and family are what keep him rooted.
You can find Dak at www.dakfrederick.com. This is his affiliate Payhip signup link. Should you decide to sign up with Payhip, use his affiliate link. It won’t cost you extra, but will pay Dak a bit of money.
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This month we have guest Jennifer Waddle. Jennifer is the author of Prayer WORRIER: Turning Every Worry into Powerful Prayer (affiliate link), and is a regular contributor for LifeWay, Crosswalk, Abide, and Christians Care International. Jennifer’s online ministry is EncouragementMama.com where you can find her books and sign up for her weekly post, Discouragement Doesn’t Win. She resides with her family near the foothills of the Rocky Mountains—her favorite place on earth.
By Jennifer Waddle
Last year, I had the privilege of being interviewed on a YouTube channel and was able to share the highlights of my book about chronic worry. Little did I expect that interview to cause a flood of private messages to arrive via email, Facebook, and other social media platforms.
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Most indie authors want to publish on KDP, though there are other platforms as well. What follows will get you started and ready to publish your first book.
You can establish your KDP account anytime you want, though it makes most sense to me to set it up when you’ve got your first book ready to publish.
If you’re publishing both print and ebook formats here are the basics of what you’ll need by the time you hit that PUBLISH button.
I reached out to several friends recently for their help on marketing. So over the next several months, I’ll be bringing you guest posts along with some of mine. Today’s post is by Kim Steadman, The Word Shepherd.
When Kim’s not sweeping dog hair, experimenting in the kitchen, or doodling on paper, she is writing and mentoring authors. She is a freelance writer, speaker, and teacher. You can find what she’s up to next at www.KimSteadman.com or at www.TheAuthorpreneurClub.com
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