I love movie trailers, especially the really good and long ones you see while at a movie theater. A few weeks ago, I heard someone mention “book…… Read more “Trailers for Books?”
Category: Writing Tips & Resources
Is Your Book Done Yet? (Part 3)
Maybe the question should be, “Is this blog series done yet? Ha Ha! No. Not yet. There’s so much information I want to share. Check out PART 1 or PART…… Read more “Is Your Book Done Yet? (Part 3)”
Is Your Book Done Yet? (Part 2)
If I had a nickel for every time someone asked me that question… well, I’d have made more money that I’ve done self-publishing so far (Ha. Ha.…… Read more “Is Your Book Done Yet? (Part 2)”
Is Your Book Done Yet? (Part 1)
Over the past nine months, everyone kept asking me, “So… is your book done yet?” Ugh! Really? How long is it supposed to take to write a…… Read more “Is Your Book Done Yet? (Part 1)”
When You NEVER, EVER Want to Write Again
I have to admit that I’ve been in a writing funk on and off for about a month. I’ve been getting some negative critiques of my unpublished novel,…… Read more “When You NEVER, EVER Want to Write Again”
The Evolution of a Novel Cover
Disclosure: I am a pharmacist, not an artist. I never expected to create a cover for LOVE, LIES & CLONES (or any novel) myself. Now, I can’t imagine passing…… Read more “The Evolution of a Novel Cover”
Kidnapped by Imaginary Characters!
Help! I’ve been kidnapped and am being held hostage by my characters. They won’t let me go. They’ve invaded my mind and silently watch, waiting for their…… Read more “Kidnapped by Imaginary Characters!”
My Favorite Writing Websites
A coworker asked me to send him links of my favorite writing websites… What a hard request! I love and utilize so many of them. As I…… Read more “My Favorite Writing Websites”
Queries, Rejection, & Self-Publishing
For LOVE, LIES, & CLONES, I promised myself I’d send out queries the traditional publishing route until I received ten rejections, then I’d self-publish. I know, ten rejections…… Read more “Queries, Rejection, & Self-Publishing”
Creating a Mailing List
Since February, I’ve been struggling with getting a mailing list sign-up on my blog. The value of a mailing list for authors has been cited in numerous…… Read more “Creating a Mailing List”