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Calling all writing friends who want to get their work noticed by a wider audience! I will certainly take part in this one myself in the near future!
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Writing Tip: I am not the stories I tell
via Writing Tip: I am not the stories I tell
This is a great tip!
Writers who have Influenced Me, and why
As per the topic for this year’s Middle Georgia Indie Book festival, I would like to share with you the writers who have influenced my writing career thus far. However, I couldn’t pick just one author or writer in particular; therefore, I will list three writers and how they have become such an inspiration to … Read more
Mixing first person and third person limited points of view in your writing
When I was in my writing zone on Sunday afternoon, I had an idea to mix first person POV with limited third person Point of view (POV). I posed the question on the camp NaNoWriMo message board for the cabin I’m participating in. Here’s a link that explains how to write using both first and … Read more
Four simple marketing strategies for Promoting your book
Here’s an excellent article if you’re looking to get your books in the hands of readers. I am already implementing some of these strategies myself, but I will have to learn exactly how to start a book club. 4 Simple Marketing Strategies for Promoting Your Book What marketing strategies do you use for your books?
Publishing News and General Updates
Hey there everyone, I know it’s been a while since I have actually posted an update, that is except for blog posts that I’ve shared, but today I have a bit of exciting publishing news for you.  First of all, if you remember, I made an announcement about my upcoming book festival. However, Due … Read more
A NaNoWriMo peptalk that stands out in my mind
Hello everyone, I have been listening to the Author Stories podcast with Hank Garner www.hankgarner.com for a couple of months now. I found this podcast by reading through the recommendations that the Podcasts app on my iPad gives me when I search for writing related podcasts. The last few episodes have given me a great … Read more
When to Show and When to Tell
via When to Show and When to Tell
Here’s another tool to put in your writing toolbox.
Writing Tip: To Plot or Not to Plot
via Writing Tip: To Plot or Not to Plot
Personally, I would use that template, or make notes to plan out specific scenes in my novels;Â however, in the plotting process, I actually end up pantsing a huge chunck of the story, because the characters end up driving the story in a completely different direction.
Are you a plotter or a pantser? If you are a plotter, or if you both plot and pants your novel, what are your general plotting methods?
When The Publisher Calls You
via When The Publisher Calls You Be forwarned by publishers who tries to give you something, only to rip you off in the end.
A blast fro the past, brings forth writing Inspiration
Hello everyone, Â Let me set the scene for you, so you can understand my train of thought and my reason behind my publication of this post. I’m sitting here in my bedroom, playing out a scene in my head from a dream I had the night before. In the dream, I find myself seated … Read more
Who should you listen to, reviewers, peers, or readers
If you’re wondering which feedback you should listen to and which you should ignore, check out the following blog post, I found it very helpful and valuable in my own writing career. Happy writing and God Bless. Who Should You Listen to – Reviewers, Peers or Readers?
The #1 reason writers give up on their novels
via The #1 reason writers give up on their novels
Amazon Review Privilege by Guest Blogger, May Dawney
via Amazon Review Privilege by Guest Blogger, May Dawney
My experience with Publishing Under the Electric Eclectic Books Brand
Hello everyone, Today I want to talk with you about my experience publishing a book under the Electric Eclectic Books, brand. First of all, Electric Eclectic Books, is not a publishing company, the organization helps authors who write short stories or novelettes between 6000 and 20k words, market their small eBooks to a specific audience. … Read more
How Does Amazon.com Sales Rank Work?
via How Does Amazon.com Sales Rank Work? This article explains how Amazon’s rankings work.
Character Interview with Maxim Beacon, from my story entitled The Native Beacon
Today, my dear readers, I have a special guest. Remember my little blog post about my native beacon story? Today I have the pleasure of speaking with my main Native Bacon character. Without further ado, let’s welcome, (drum roll please), Maxim Beacon!  Ann: Hello Maxim, welcome to my humble blog. Please introduce yourself to … Read more
A simple guide to planning a novel – Part 1
via A simple guide to planning a novel – Part 1 Here is a guide for people who want to be writers, but don’t know how to go about plotting their stories. I don’t usually go into so much detail, but maybe there’s someone out there who does. My only suggestion is that you take … Read more
The Secret Behind Disappearing Amazon Reviews? | Tina Reber
via The Secret Behind Disappearing Amazon Reviews? | Tina Reber This article brings to mind one question for all Indie authors: Is it better to get Amazon reviews or book reviews on goodreads? Leave your thoughts in the comments below, after reading the article above. Happy reading and God bless