So you're one of 20 million Americans who want to write a book. If you've already written a manuscript, chances are you're looking for agent representation. In the past few years, as an editor and literary consultant for www.TheOmnibus.org, I've had the opportunity to read more than 1,000 book proposals.... Read More
----------------------------------------------------------Permission is granted for the below article to forward,reprint, distribute, use for ezine, newsletter, website,offer as free bonus or part of a product for sale as longas no changes are made and the byline, copyright, and theresource box below is included. ---------------------------------------------------------- How to Catch the Writing Bug By Stephen... Read More
Far too many inexperienced writers create flat, stereotypical characters: the brave fireman, the damsel in distress, the strict schoolmistress. The best characters are those who evoke emotions within the reader ? fear, admiration, affection, laughter, horror? If the writer fails to make us care about the characters, no matter how... Read More
Balance your life ----------------------- Writing is a solitary task. Writing needs concentration and quiet.... Read More
Persisting With Bulldog Determination [Book excerpt from Successercising} by Rick Gettle ? 2003-2004Ninety-five percent of all new businesses go out of business within the first five years or less.Why Do They Fail?There are many starters in life - but very few finish what they start. When the going gets tough,... Read More
Calling all publishers, editors, journalists and freelance writers. It's time to breathe more life into your copy. Turn your articles into living pieces that spark measurable debate, get closer to your readers and engage their mind andsoul - we're talking revolution. As it was in the beginning Publishers have... Read More
What am I going to write about?Which topic is the best?Who is going to be interested in my article? You can ask yourself endless questions on 'what' is going to be the subject of your article. Don't despair! This is not a problem . Any topic will do, and a... Read More
Chances are, you'll be busy over the next several weeks. Between preparing for, celebrating, and unwinding from the holidays it may be difficult to maintain your regular writing routine. And if researching potential homes for your work is part of that routine-as it is for many of us who regularly... Read More
Why would anyone want to write for trade journals? Aren't the topics are dry? Don't they require specialized knowledge? Not necessarily. You may want to consider trade journals to increase the potential market for your articles ? and for the money. Trade publications make up a significant portion of the... Read More
Wired Online has recently announced its plans to drop capitalization in internet, web, and net, but Wired Magazine continues to capitalize these words. Which should you do? For the most part, it's up to you. To ensure consistency on such tricky words, most editors will have a style guide. ... Read More
|
|||||
|
|
|
As you set out to create your first niche non-fiction... Read More
The hardest part of nonfiction writing is finding a subject... Read More
"I don't know if I should put 'writer' on my... Read More
GAINING WRITING EXPERIENCE Some Catch-22, huh? In... Read More
FIVE MINUTES ... Is All You Need ........to phone a... Read More
It was reported that the great American author Sinclair Lewis... Read More
Authors need to write their book according to their target... Read More
Bookcoaching clients come to me at different stages of writing... Read More
The greatest gift you have to give to yourself and... Read More
A well-punctuated approach letter may make the difference between acceptance... Read More
In my ten years as an advertiser, I've encountered plenty... Read More
Freewriting is a release from the prison of rules. It... Read More
It would be very selfless or noble of me to... Read More
1. Before you write anything down define not what you... Read More
It's the funniest thing. When someone asks me what I... Read More
It would be very selfless or noble of me to... Read More
Everyone has a book inside them, or so the saying... Read More
Productivity begins by recognizing and valuing your brilliance, time, and... Read More
Write Right - You have an all important business letter... Read More
Finding the time to write a novel is one of... Read More
The Benefits of Co-Publishing There are a number of publishers,... Read More
Many writers stare at the blank page or clean computer... Read More
Your query letter can be a deal maker or a... Read More
When I first started tracking the information preferences of people... Read More
Verb and SubjectIncorrect:"I bet you two had a fine time,"... Read More
Writing leads to reading. Therefore, it's only fair to supply... Read More
Q: How do I expand on an idea without getting... Read More
I owe the completion and success of my book to... Read More
For many authors just starting out, it can be a... Read More
Writer's forums are bustling with debate over whether or not... Read More
Day after day, writers tend to sit for hours writing... Read More
Summer's here and the time is write for dancing in... Read More
When a writer is working on their next literary masterpiece... Read More
"If you want to change your life," Harry Beckwith wrote... Read More
Any article, report or book which is bought or sold... Read More
Here's everything I know about improving your writing, publishing it... Read More
Do you have a problem creating a focus in your... Read More
Using a ghostwriter to craft your free reprint articles and... Read More
If you're a writer, you're in business. It doesn't matter... Read More
Right off the bat, I want to say that there... Read More
Mixing and mingling with industry professionals is an opportunity that... Read More
William Faulkner, the great Mississippi writer, said, "The tools I... Read More
The self-indulgent writer listens only to the mumblings of sycophants,... Read More
Communication is effective when we follow certain rules. These rules... Read More
GAINING WRITING EXPERIENCE Some Catch-22, huh? In... Read More
He ran up the steps and knocked on the door.... Read More
All writers should use a plan whether written or reflected.... Read More
Hundreds of writing contests tempt screenwriters with the lure of... Read More
No matter what your fifth-grade English teacher says, some grammar... Read More
All sales begin with some form of advertising whether it's... Read More
Writing |