Tag: tips for writers

• The Root of Book Marketing

  I was pulling some rather thick and determined ground cover off a bank the other day. Most of it came out without too much effort. A strong pull here, a few cuts with the lopper there, and I was able to untangle and tug the bank clean. Except for one particularly difficult root. No problem,…

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  July 23, 2021

  Writing Process

  book marketing, book promotion, grit, marketing, perseverance for writers, tips for writers

• A Storyline So Obvious that It Nearly Writes Itself

  I abhor outlining when writing. I’ve seen the tutorials and how certain other professionals plan their stories, but that, to me, would feel like being forced to write state-sponsored propaganda under Stalin’s regime. Why would anyone want to lock themselves into a pre-conceived structure? I guess my brain just doesn’t work that way. I’ve said…

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  February 13, 2021

  Writing Process

  novel writing, tips for writers, writing ideas, writing process

• Be Willing to Make a Major Change in Your Writing

  As I’ve mentioned, I had sent novel #9 out to some beta readers for feedback prior to final draft and sending it to my editor. Two beta readers, whom I respect a great deal for their knowledge of literature and their ability to just tell me honestly what they think, said basically the same thing.…

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  January 20, 2020

  Indie Author, Writing Process

  beta readers, editing, novel writing, tips for writers, writing advice

• Approaches to (Drama) Writing Part I: Be Fearless

  A colleague asked me to speak to an English class about drama writing. This was a good opportunity for me to spend a little time to think through the processes I use when writing drama (or creative writing in general.) Mostly, my procedures are nothing learned or formal, but merely intuitive responses based on trial…

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  March 13, 2015

  Writing Process

  approaches to drama writing, approaches to writing, creative writing, doubt and the writer, how to write a play, tips for writers, writing drama, writing short drama