Thursday, August 31, 2017

Naming Characters

Here are thirty-three resources you can consult when choosing a name for your character.

https://writerswrite.co.za/fabulous-resources-to-use-when-you-name-characters/

Wednesday, August 30, 2017

Nonfiction Proposals

If you're writing a novel-length work of nonfiction, you'll want to submit a proposal.

https://subitclub.com/2017/06/06/nonfiction-proposals/

Tuesday, August 29, 2017

Hiring an Editor

How to avoid getting scammed if you're hiring an independent editor.

http://annerallen.com/2017/06/hiring-an-editor-who-when-avoid-scams/

Monday, August 28, 2017

Theme

No, the theme of your book is not the same as the plot.

https://theblabbermouthblog.com/2017/05/30/4758/

Sunday, August 27, 2017

Collaborative Marketing

Expand your marketing efforts by joining forces with other writers.

https://wordservewatercooler.com/2017/04/13/the-magic-of-collaborative-marketing-for-writers/

Saturday, August 26, 2017

Twitter for Writers

How should writers use Twitter to their best advantage?

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/paul-anthony-jones/no-excuses-why-and-how-wr_b_9195128.html

Friday, August 25, 2017

Personalizing Queries

How do you draw the line in your query letters between showing you've done your homework and being creepy?

https://janefriedman.com/personalize-query-letter/

Thursday, August 24, 2017

Creating a Character

A good way to know your characters is to start by interviewing them.

http://www.teachingauthors.com/2017/05/creating-character-starting-with.html

Wednesday, August 23, 2017

Character Descriptions

Stephen King gives six tips about describing characters.

http://thewritepractice.com/character-description/?hvid=1QVCbJ

Tuesday, August 22, 2017

Public Speaking

Here are some tips for speaking in front of groups.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cgk1CsmH7ck&feature=youtu.be


Monday, August 21, 2017

Science Books

What properties go into making an excellent science book.

https://lernerbooks.blog/2017/05/key-science-books-elements.html

Sunday, August 20, 2017

Unnecessary Words

Tighten up your writing by eliminating words that aren't pulling their weight.

https://www.grammarly.com/blog/words-you-no-longer-need/ 


Saturday, August 19, 2017

Practice Novels

Maybe that first novel you right should stay in a trunk.

https://annerallen.com/2017/05/practice-novels-10-reasons-not-to-publish/

Friday, August 18, 2017

Questions for Agents

Before you sign that agency contract, here are some questions you might want to ask.

http://nelsonagency.com/2017/05/5-qs-authors-dont-ask-but-should-when-an-agent-offers-rep/

Thursday, August 17, 2017

Contrived Plots

Make sure your plots and subplots are believable.

http://blog.janicehardy.com/2017/05/6-ways-to-identify-contrived-plot.html

Wednesday, August 16, 2017

Query Problems

Avoid these common mistakes in your queries.

https://subitclub.com/2017/05/18/queries-that-make-you-go-hmmm/

Tuesday, August 15, 2017

Toxic Feedback

Sometimes the advice you receive about your manuscript should be ignored.

https://janefriedman.com/how-to-spot-toxic-feedback/

Monday, August 14, 2017

Writing Career Mistakes

Mistakes to avoid while building your writing career.

https://annerallen.com/2017/05/10-writing-career-mistakes/

Sunday, August 13, 2017