Category Archives: Writers
Following Through Versus Starting Anew (Am I Cheating On My Manuscript?)
The biggest problem for me (I think) when it comes to my current manuscript is that I am so over it. Writing it in the first place was monumentally difficult and yet I had to tell the story. There was … Continue reading
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Tagged “book idea”, “new project”, “professional editor”, Books, draft, manuscript, revision
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To Write What You Know Or What You Love To Read? Can I Do Both?
I think everyone has heard the phrase that one should write what they know. But when it comes to fiction – that can be a tall order. How would we read genres like fantasy and science fiction? Then there is … Continue reading
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Tagged "what you know", "what you love", Books, fiction, Franchise, Nonfiction, reading, Serial, Thriller
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Why I Don’t Do Verse
I love to write. I have said it before, so I will spare you the details. If I explain how I feel about writing one more time, people may accuse me of being some kind of automated message on a … Continue reading
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Tagged "type of writing", perfectionist, poem, poetry, reflection, revision, verse
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The Picture Of A ‘Bad Writing Day’
I try to be an upbeat person in general. When it comes to working on my manuscript, I set goals and do not let obstacles deter me. Quite the opposite, they usually make me push harder, though not always right … Continue reading
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Tagged "medical memoir", critique, editing, manuscript, memoir, publishing, reader, review, revision
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The Things You Don’t (But Should) Expect Once You Have Published Your Book (Part Two)
I hope that yesterday’s tips (or warnings depending on how you look at them) did not seem like a bucket of ice water dumped over your head. This second half is all about what to be aware of after you … Continue reading
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Tagged "book deal", agent, book, editor, manuscript, marketing, publisher
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