All Entries Tagged With: "Novel Writing"
Having a Successful Book Signing
Finally, after an excruciatingly long wait, your book is released to the public. You’re still basking in the glow of being an author and suddenly, along comes an invitation to the first of many book signings at a bookstore. Now what?
How to Make Author Events Effective
Many authors are introverts and reluctant to go out into the public eye to promote their books, but today, authors must also market their books, and the most effective way to get out the word about your book is to appear at events. Beyond the simple book signing-which is rarely effective-authors can attend a variety of events from conferences, to individual public speaking events, to arts and craft shows. But authors must do more than just show up-they have to work to make the events effective.
On Writing Thrillers – Science Fiction Or Science Faction?
This isn’t about literary fiction such as that of JD Salinger or F Scott Fitzgerald – I’m discussing thrillers, specifically techno-thrillers. Now, you might think immediately of Tom Clancy, but Patricia Cornwell is also, to me, a techno-thriller writer. When I read Cornwell, I believe almost all the technical detail – she was a real-life medical examiner. To what extent does a writer expect a reader to suspend belief?
Writing Tip of the Week 23
Ideas often come through at the most annoying of times, when falling asleep for example or if out walking or shopping and the chances are that you will have no pen or paper to hand.
Word Clay: 5 Steps to Create a Book From a Pile of Words
Writing a book is a challenging task to undertake. Like any other form of art, it takes time, hard work and dedication. Looking at it from another angle though can help put the job into perspective.
4 Tips to Stop Procrastinating So You Can Finish Your Book
Want to get your manuscript completed? Procrastination can get in the way of finishing your book. This article provides four tips on avoiding procrastination and get you back to writing!
The Double Edged Sword for Writers
For nine years I worked for an online publicity firm for authors. The company was one of the first, if not the first, dedicated solely to online publicity.
How to Add ‘Bestselling Author’ to Your Resume
The ultimate goal for most authors is to be able to add bestselling author to their resume. This article will give you a few pointers on how to do just that.
Book Review of “The Penny Pinchers Club”
The book entitled, “The Penny Pinchers Club” written by Sarah Strohmeyer was a surprising delight. I read it on my airline flights and it was an easy read.
Book Authors: How To Sell More Books And Get Your Publisher Active
It is an unfortunate reality that most people who write books believe that their publisher will always put their best foot forward, to promote their book. In the real world, it does not quite work that way
Writing Tip of the Week 13
A synopsis is so important and can make the difference between publication and rejection. Give your manuscript a chance by following these simple steps….
Symbolism and Names in Harry Potter Books
I’ll admit to a teensy weeny smidgen of envy towards J K Rowling. No – not the massive fame and fortune side of things. I envy her ability to conjure up a person’s character with a name: Hasn’t she just nailed it? Take Harry for starters:
First Chapter Writing Competition
A first chapter has to be convincing, compelling and tightly written to capture the reader’s attention and to plunge them straight into the heart of the plot so this competition requires you to think carefully about your opening and to lead the reader ……..
A Writer’s Perspective on First Drafts
So you have an idea for a book. Time to start writing. Some people would counsel to just sit down and start typing, and see where your muse takes you. This is referred to as “organic” writing. It works fine when you only have a germ of an idea or you’re brainstorming.
Critique your own Writing
A professional novel critique can help you to get your work published but it is possible to critique your own writing before investing…Creative Competitor Editor Annette Young shows you how…
Writing A Crime Novel? Plan The Death Scene Carefully
When writing a crime novel, you must know your killer inside and out. What makes your antagonist react violently, think history, think murder weapons…
Manuscript Critique- Why You Should Invest In Your Writing
Writing a novel? Dont’ forget to request a manuscript critique and give your novel a fighting chance of getting published.
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