Football players maintain rigorous workout and training routines to stay fit and strong and to be at their best every time they step onto the field. All athletes must do their best to stay in shape for their sports. Routines, workouts, diets, and activities affect performance. Authors, too, must “stay in shape” if they hope … Read more
After releasing a huge sigh of relief, then celebrating with family and friends, what comes next? You may have worked for months (or longer) to craft a story and fine-tune your manuscript. Now, your book is being published; surely, your efforts don’t stop there; at least, not if you’re serious about getting the word out. … Read more
You’ve heard it said that writing a book starts with writing, meaning authors must sit down and start typing, recording or writing (by hand). It’s likely that you’ve also heard tips on how to be consistent with a writing routine and how to avoid writer’s block. There’s something important that must occur before all of that, … Read more
Perhaps you’ve already hit the best-seller list more than once. Maybe not; maybe you’re just now starting your first draft of your first-ever novel. Either way, there are several ideas in this post that authors should keep in mind. Every writer is unique, although there are rarely any “new” ideas. Everyone borrows from someone. Authors … Read more