This post is for all my readers. Howevre, it is of special interest to horror writers. Enjoy!
ann Harrison Author
What To Do After A Literary Rejection
For those of you who submit to a variety of magazines and journals, here is a bit of encouragement to remember when you get rejected.
Building your Author Brand is More than Social Media Ads Alone
This article explains why engaging with readers and building your author brand is more important than throwing up “buy my book” adds on social media. Promotion is NOT Platform & Ads are NOT a Brand: Know the Difference
Character interview with Maylani Beacon
Hi everybody I know I’ve been sharing a lot of valuable posts on my blog, but today, I have a character interview with Maylani. She is a magical creature I created called a native beacon. She stands about six feet tall, with a wing span of about six feet. I have just finished working on … Read more
Listening to Your Characters
Writing tip number two for the day. If I find anymore gems like this one, I’ll be sure to share them.
The Mystery of Semicolons
Having trouble with semicolons? This might alleviate your confusion.
READING WITH THE AUTHORS: Author Ann Harrison-Barnes Reviews The Bright Side of Darkness by Jo E. Pinto
I encourage everyone to read this book. One thing I forgot to mention was the fact that although Jo has blind characters in her book, she doesn’t make them the focal point of the story.
AUTHOR’S CORNER:A Poem by Ann Chiappetta
Here’s a poem for your enjoyment on this fridgid day.
Let Your Light Shine: The Beauty of Character Flaws
Here’s a beautiful blog post about why we share our stories and how our words can effect the people around us.
The Comma Coma – a deadly disease
I sometimes overuse the comma as I’m writing; however, I’ll go back and edit my work. If my sentences sound too choppy, I’ll cut the commas out.
How Not To Do Book Promotion.
This holds true for all authors, no matter in what genre you write. Please take this tip to heart and promote your books well.
The Riddle of Twelfth Night
Here’s a fun story for your enjoyment and a challenge for everybody.
via The Riddle of Twelfth Night
Can you solve this riddle? If you want to give it a try, come back here, after reading the story and share your answer in the comments below.
Interview your character
Here is some really good information to help you enhance your stories.
Stay tuned, for I have a new character interview coming up.
Why Some of Your Readers Will Never Comment on Your Blog Posts
Hi Meg, I’ve even asked questions on some of my posts and got no comments, however, I have gotten tuns of likes. Although I get more comments onposts that I shared. For example, the post you published yesterday, I got a comment from someone saying that he has a passion for writing and the person … Read more
Getting to Know You Sunday Interview 2018
Here’s a promotional opportunity, where you can tell others a little about yourself and showcase your writing, instead of focusing on your books alone.
Rejections – how not to punch someone!
Here’s some advice to think about when you get another rejection from a publisher, editor or agent.