What’s the difference between traditional publishing, hybrid publishing, and self-publishing? A person thinking about writing a book asked me that...
Choose Your Publishing Path. Traditional, Hybrid, or Self-Publishing?
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The Active Muse: 3 Ways Exercise Will Make You a Better Writer
I figure there’s probably a gazillion writing tips on the internet. They’re about research, structure, plotting, and character development. They...
Book Writing Lessons From the Velveteen Rabbit
“Does it happen all at once, like being wound up, or bit by bit?” The Velveteen Rabbit asks that question in Margery Williams's book. The rabbit...
Music Has Charms To Make You a Better Writer
When my son Dave was in high school, he had a long walk every morning from our house to the BART station. He loves music, so he listened to music...
Finding Time To Write Is the Biggest Challenge for Nonfiction Authors: Here’s Why and What To Do About It
In 2020, Anne Janzer surveyed over 400 nonfiction writers about their experiences and problems writing their books. She asked writers where they...
3 Keystone Habits That Will Set Your Book Project Up for Success
All my clients are motivated when they start their book projects. They’re full of enthusiasm. They know they will be challenged to do good work, and...
3 Ways To Find Your Angel in the Marble
“I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free. “ That marvelous quote is attributed to Michelangelo and often offered as advice to...
Plan Slow, Write Fast. Take the Time To Plan Your Book Right.
You decided to write a book. Great! That’s exciting. Writing a book can make a difference in your life and your business. It can make a difference...
How and What To Read To Improve Your Writing
“If you want to be a writer, you must do two things above all others: read a lot and write a lot.” ~ Stephen King Stephen King knows a thing or two...
3 Reasons to Single-Task and Half a Dozen Ways To Get It Right
“Do one thing at a time.” My mother said that long before multitasking became one of the top ineffective behaviors of our age. Mom also said, “You...
