The thing about writing a history, either personal or historical, is that research is critical, but also comes with caveats. Both facts and truth are too often… Read more “Research: Writing History, Historical Fiction or Memoir”
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Four Definitions for needing a Writing Retreat
How does one define a writing retreat and why should one go to one? What are they exactly? When it comes to writing retreats I like to… Read more “Four Definitions for needing a Writing Retreat”
Blogging is publishing! 10 Tips to go from Blogs to Books
Guess what? Just like Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz you have always had the ability to go home to your publishing dream at any moment. Okay,… Read more “Blogging is publishing! 10 Tips to go from Blogs to Books”
NSWA Writing Contest – February Deadline
ATTENTION The North Shore Writers’ Association is running its 23rd annual writing contest for fiction, non-fiction and poetry. Entry deadline is February 28, 2019. We thought some… Read more “NSWA Writing Contest – February Deadline”
5 More Things You Must Know for Your First Book – Part 2
These are the big ten mistakes we have found both fiction and nonfiction authors make, well before they finish their final drafts of their first book and… Read more “5 More Things You Must Know for Your First Book – Part 2”
10 Mistakes Writers Make with Their First Book Before They Start – Part 1
It doesn’t matter if you are writing fiction or nonfiction, are traditionally published or are venturing into self publishing, it is a big deal to finish your… Read more “10 Mistakes Writers Make with Their First Book Before They Start – Part 1”
The Difference Between a Memoir and an Autobiography? VIDEO
I once had a client who wanted to write their memoir, but their wife told them that they were still too young. This reaction is an excellent… Read more “The Difference Between a Memoir and an Autobiography? VIDEO”
Kevin Mosley, Horror Screenwriter: Writing from the Dark Side part 2
The day before Halloween… …and only days after the release of the newest Halloween movie, you are getting a treat! The results of an exclusive interview with horror… Read more “Kevin Mosley, Horror Screenwriter: Writing from the Dark Side part 2”
Writing from the Dark Side – Halloween Post 1
Some of us find writing from the dark side easy. For others, it is down right uncomfortable, but may be the best thing for our writing. In… Read more “Writing from the Dark Side – Halloween Post 1”
Getting the Most from a Writers’ Retreat
Words of wisdom from Word Counter that still ring true September 14, 2015 A writer’s retreat can be a rewarding experience. It gives you a chance to… Read more “Getting the Most from a Writers’ Retreat”
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