What Do I Do When I Have Writer's Block: Top Secret Tips To Stronger Writing On this webinar we discussed: Understanding Writer's Block 2 Key Questions you must ask yourself Tips to Stronger Writing. Thanks to author Wanda St. Hilaire for joining us. Visit her blog at: http://lifebyheart.wandasthilaire.com/ To find out more about her spicy travel memoir, The Cuban Chronicles, CLICK HERE. To find out about her Virtual Book Club Visits, CLICK HERE. To access the webinar … [Read more...]
Clear Out Your Attic
I read this great article today about being an Idea Hoarder and felt the need to share it with you all. Have you ever watched the show Clean Sweep, where a professional organizer makes people go through all that junk in their home that's been piling up? The same needs to be done with your writing ideas. We need to clear out our ideas on a frequent basis. Like any closet in the room of your home, giving your mind a purge will free you from guilt, burden and over-crowding. You may even find … [Read more...]
The Great eBook Challenge
I've been challenged to publish 5 books onto Kindle in the next 7 days. I'm outing myself on Facebook. Watch me succeed...or fail very publicly. I'll be keeping a video diary so you can follow along. … [Read more...]
I Like It Rough (Draft)
My English teacher for 3 years in a row was Mrs. Thompson. She was funny and irreverent and didn't seem to care one bit what anyone thought of her. She taught me most of what I know and still use today in the language and grammar department. I loved that woman. It wasn't until many years later that I realized that while what she taught me in Junior High and High School was great for University, it didn't always serve me in the writing world. Why? Well because she taught me a valuable … [Read more...]
You’ve Got A Book In You
It's there, can you see it? The finish line. Man, 29 days ago, you set a goal. And here you are. I bet you weren't altogether sure at the beginning whether or not you could do it. I bet there were times you wanted to do anything but sit down and write. But you did. I knew you had it in you. Something was in there, wanting to come out. Now I hope you're seeing it, too. Homerun, friend. Please share your experience in the comments below. … [Read more...]
What Secrets Do Your Characters Hold
“When I’m stuck, I interview a character. I’m always surprised at what I learn.” ~Ann Roth, award-winning author. A good way to add depth and scope to your story is to interview your characters. That goes for you as well, non-fiction authors. If you are writing a memoir or autobiography, try interviewing your younger self or a parent. Ask them about their occupations, family structure, likes, dislikes, childhood, and so on. Anything is fair game for an interview. I guarantee that … [Read more...]
Are You Eating Your Frog First Thing In The Morning??
I had the pleasure of hearing a friend of mine, Daniel Gutierrez speak at a business conference over the weekend. Daniel is a speaker and International Business Consultant with a big heart and a big personality. And he really gets what it takes to be successful, not only in business, but in everything he does. Daniel was asked about his recipe for success and one of the things he answered was that he starts his work day off every morning by eating a frog. His 'frog' is whatever difficult, … [Read more...]
