don't back down
Many people want to be rock stars—and many people want to write books. But there are many ways in which ...
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characters that pop
Series have become extremely popular, and secondary characters are now in the spotlight. Readers enjoy trying to spot the next ...
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Nina Sadowsky
Screenwriter and novelist Nina R. Sadowsky shares screenwriting techniques that have influenced her novel writing, and writers can learn from ...
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toxic feedback
If you recognize the following characteristics in the critiques of your work, it may not just be inept—it may, in ...
International Freelancer
If you dream of a full-time freelance writing career, don't be discouraged by the largely negative messages about how difficult ...
Mall of America
The Mall of America residency isn’t going to be an appropriate opportunity for even a majority of writers. But it’s ...
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writing classroom
Most writers want an MFA for one of three reasons: They want to teach writing, they want to get published, ...
How to Create an Internal Mindset Conducive to Writing
As a product of the human brain, writing is particularly influenced by emotions, moods, and worldviews. Learn how to create ...
Nesting dolls opened, revealing the smallest doll in the center
Award-winning author Jane K. Cleland explains how to implement the slow reveal to add suspense to your writing ...
How to write a book proposal
How to Write a Book Proposal, 5th Edition If you’re writing a nonfiction book (not a novel), this guide is ...
Writing Advice for Children and Teens
What young people need to know about writing and publishing ...
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Freelance writer Leslie Truex offers tips on writing for content mills, websites, and information portals ...
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Editor Jessi Rita Hoffman explains how to craft professional and compelling back-cover copy for your book ...
The Lure of Romance Writing (and Earnings) for the Literary Set
A growing number of authors with serious literary cred are finding greater financial success—and a welcoming community—in the romance business ...
Danger of writing groups
Writing groups can cause fatal frustration, deep self-doubt, and sometimes years of wasted effort. Learn the most common dangers of ...
Children's books
Two literary agents offer their thoughts on the self-publishing of children's books and what the future of the picture book ...
by Niklas Wikström
Is there a difference between being an author versus running a business as an author? In this interview with Joanna ...
Scratch Q2 2014 Faith
The latest issue of my magazine Scratch is now available! The theme is Faith. If you're not a subscriber, here's what ...
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The Muse and the Marketplace 2014
For my upcoming keynote talk at The Muse & The Marketplace, I've been immersing myself in histories of publishing and ...
Manjula Martin & Jane Friedman
On the right: Manjula Martin & Jane Friedman This past week, I was interviewed along with my Scratch business partner, ...
/ Author Earnings & Careers
Finding a Balance Between Writing and Marketing
Note from Jane: The following post by Joshua Graham (@J0shuaGraham) is the third in a series sponsored by Nook Press, offering tips and advice ...
/ Creativity
What Do You Want From Your Writing in 2014—And Beyond?
Your task is to express your goal as a writer in one sentence. Get it right, because it’s the single ...
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author platform, reader engagement
Strong reader relationships build unbelievable opportunities. Marketing and promotion ideas usually start by considering what reader relationships you have in ...
/ Marketing & Promotion
business plan for writers
Your productivity and growth are a direct result of forming a business plan (and sticking to it); here are 7 ...
Best Business Advice for Writers: September 2013
Best Business Advice for Writers (Sept 2013): a monthly link round-up where I share the best online articles focused on ...
Best Business Advice for Writers: August 2013
Best Business Advice for Writers is a monthly link round-up where I share the best online articles focused on the ...
Best Business Advice for Writers: July 2013
Best Business Advice for Writers is a monthly link round-up where I share the best online articles focused on the ...
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Best Business Advice for Writers: June 2013
Best Business Advice for Writers is a monthly link round-up where I share the best online articles focused on the ...
Best Business Advice for Writers: May 2013
Best Business Advice for Writers is a list of the best online articles focused on the business of writing and ...
Best Business Advice for Writers: April 2013
Best Business Advice for Writers is a monthly link round-up where I share the best online articles focused on the ...
Best Business Advice for Writers: March 2013
Best Business Advice for Writers is a monthly link round-up where I share the best online articles focused on the ...
/ Author Earnings & Careers
Best Business Advice for Writers: February 2013
Best Business Advice for Writers is a monthly link round-up where I share the best online articles focused on the ...
/ Author Earnings & Careers
The Novelist by L.L. Barkat
Today's guest post is by poet and editor L.L. Barkat. You may remember her from an earlier guest post, You ...
/ Creativity, how-to guides, poetry
Vintage lady reading
Regardless of what type of writer you are—or where you're at in your career—I implore you to read and educate ...
Publishing 101 by Jane Friedman
Getting Started The Key Book Publishing Paths (Infographic) The Only Way to Know If You'll Be a Successful Writer You ...
Cathaoir Synge
I'll start by saying that I have always advised writers in good faith. I would never suggest a writer undertake ...
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Photo of Alan Davis with quotation: "Publication, literary fame and monetary compensation either come your way or they don’t. Either way, writing well is always the best reward."
One professor addresses common questions and criticisms about MFA programs ...
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What does creativity have to do with business? A lot, it turns out. It’s just a different kind of creativity ...
Becoming a Paid Writer and Speaker with Benjamin Vogt
This class is now over and is unavailable for purchase. Sign up to receive announcements about upcoming classes. Find your niche, ...
Debra Eckerling
Debra Eckerling (@WriteOnOnline), founder of the writers' support group Write On!, discusses common writer challenges, the value of blogs, what ...
writing for free
When deciding whether to write for free—or for exposure—here are 5 questions writers should ask ...
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Learn how to easily study the impact of your social media use on your marketing and promotion efforts ...
Photo of David Temple with the following quote from the interview: "The biggest thriller writers, like me, are just as nervous about succeeding, and just as scared of failing, all the while feeling neurotic that someone will find them to be a phony."
Podcast host, author, and actor David Temple discusses his shift from being in radio to writing novels, landing all-star interviews, ...
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Leverage Your Author Brand at Every Step of Publishing with Andrea Guevara. $25 webinar. Monday, June 10, 2024. 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Eastern.
ONLINE CLASS Leverage Your Author Brand at Every Step of Publishing Learn how a true-to-you author brand can help you ...
Image: a hiker wearing a backpack climbs over the locked gate of a fence in a rural area.
Kicking off your publishing career with a small press is a great way to get to know the industry, build ...
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Image: small blocks the size of dice, and bearing letters on them, are arranged in a row on a tabletop. The first block has "posi" written on one face and "nega" written on another face, while the other blocks bear the letters T-I-V-E. Fingers are poised to flip the first block so that the resulting word could be either "positive" or "negative".
Substack's business model relies on you charging readers, but don’t discount the long-term value of what you offer for free ...
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One author threw herself into platform building and engagement, only to lose sight of what really mattered—her writing ...
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If you’re an author seeking a hybrid publisher or self-publishing assistance, it’s important to know what to look out for ...
/ Guest Post, Self-Publishing