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Stop Procrastinating, Start Writing

February 11, 2021 by Cathy Stucker Leave a Comment

Would-be authors claim they want to write a book, but in fact they want to have already written a book. Writing is hard! Author Joseph Heller once said, “Every writer I know has trouble writing.” And he’s not the only one who has alluded to the difficulty of writing. Stephen King’s quote, “Amateurs sit and wait for inspiration, the rest of us just get up and go to work,” … [Read more...]

Reducing Everyday Distractions So You Can Get More Writing Done

October 12, 2020 by MC Starbuck

I view my distractions from writing in two categories: internal and external. The trick is eliminating both at the same time to create a distraction-free environment conducive to writing. I may be excited to write, but on my way to do it, I see a pile of laundry that needs to be taken care of. As I check the time on my phone, I notice a few messages. I should reply so I … [Read more...]

Dan Janal – Write Your Book in a Flash

June 14, 2020 by Cathy B Stucker

What is your most recent book? Tell us a bit about it. “Write Your Book In A Flash: The Paint by Numbers Systems for Writing Your Book – Fast!” What inspired you to write this book? I felt that writing books was my super power. I have written 12 books, several published by Wiley, several translated into six languages. This is a skill that comes easy to me. I felt I … [Read more...]

Why Do You Write?

February 27, 2020 by Chris Fox

Want more great ideas from Chris? Check out his books on writing, publishing and marketing books, starting with these: … [Read more...]

Essential Tools for Better Self Publishing

November 27, 2019 by Chandler Bolt

Self-published authors have a dizzying variety of tasks to complete. As a self-publisher, you're responsible not only for writing your book but also promoting it and building a long-term author platform for yourself. Given that few of us are naturally blessed with all of the skills needed to successfully self-publish, one of the best ways to make your life easier is to … [Read more...]

Hugh Fritz – Made to Be Broken

November 26, 2019 by Cathy B Stucker

What is your most recent book? Tell us a bit about it. My most recent book is Made to Be Broken. It is the first in a trilogy called the Mystic Rampage series, and follows three individuals who are my version of genies. They don’t live in bottles or say “your wish is my command” but they have the ability to manipulate forces with their minds which enables them to do pretty … [Read more...]

Launching an Amazon Bestseller in 2019

January 18, 2019 by Cathy B Stucker

It is still possible for indie authors to launch a book on Amazon and make it a bestseller. Don't believe me? Watch this video as Chris Fox explains exactly how he did it. Hint: It is not about making your book free. Want more great ideas from Chris? Check out his books on writing, publishing and marketing books, starting with these: … [Read more...]

Break Through Writer’s Block and Get Unstuck

September 9, 2015 by Emily Andrews-McKee

If writer’s block has got you stuck, stop staring at a blinking cursor and telling yourself to think. Like a toddler who has just learned the word no, your brain will probably just get more stubborn the more insistent you get. It’s time for a new strategy. Use writing prompts to help get your neurons started. If you enter the phrase “writing prompts” into your search engine … [Read more...]

Short Stories & Their Role in the Big Picture

May 9, 2015 by Ava Louise

I believe short stories serve a multitude of purposes. They can be, for some, like the training wheels on our bikes. They are a great way to introduce new worlds to readers to test the waters for interest in that area. My short stories came after the novels. It’s been a blast learning the differences in writing techniques needed. In short stories, the author has to be as … [Read more...]

Writer’s Block is A LIE

December 20, 2014 by Michaelbrent Collings

Let's go through a common event, one that we all have experienced. A police officer has pulled up behind you. Lights flashing, that crunch-crunch-crunch as he stomps his way over the asphalt. Your window is already open 'cause you know the drill, and your butt is clenched so tight an onlooker would think you're three inches taller than you really are. "You know why I … [Read more...]

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