Four Easy Ways to Get a Book Written (Especially If You Dont Like to Write)

Becoming an author is probably a lot easier than you think. It's time to get that book out of your head and onto the printed page. Ready? Boot out your excuses. Here's how to do it.Method One: Think Quality, Not Quantity. To be classified as a book ? as opposed... Read More

Writers Block - Melting the Ice

What does one do as a writer who loves writing and feels empty of creativity?When the writing process stops, there is the experience of fear. There is a sense that something precious has been lost. Out of this fear comes a sense of clinging. There is a clinging to all... Read More

When I Grow Up

I've just come back to work after nine glorious, sun-drenched days at home. This year, vacation was the week of July 4th. We stayed home instead of dashing off to a cottage on a lake. Aside from saving a few thousand bucks, I had plans! Amazing plans! Projects galore, and... Read More

Its All About YOU!

The Hottest Word on the WebDid you know marketing people and copywriters are developing a science about writing for readers in this new medium called the Web? In fact, they use carefully selected words to catch a reader's attention. Here are a few:NewTrueAuthoritySexualGuaranteedBonusFirstQuickNowCatchFastPersonalSpiritualSuccessFreeThese words are not in any order of... Read More

Screenwriting ? The Value of Structure

Structure in the form of frameworks, work processes and goals enhances creative output:a) Short term goals (incremental productivity) produce more output than a "do your best" approach. Writing four pages a day completes a words-on-paper first draft screenplay in one month. A "do your best" or "waiting for inspiration" approach... Read More

Passionate About Writing?

I'm a writing fool! 2 book proposals, 1 user's guide, a business technology analysis paper, and a FileMaker Pro 7 application! Can you say, "RedBull?" Actually, my preferred energy drink of choice is Monster. But I'll save my energy drinks discussion for another time.What I would like to focus on... Read More

Do You Plot With Your Character In Mind?

Creative Writing Tips ?You are plotting the story. You write down what will happen, what problems will arise, what obstacles you will place so the character won't reach his goals immediately, what he's going to do to overcome these problems etc?So all these things will be happening to your character... Read More

Top 5 Rules of English Grammar

Communication is effective when we follow certain rules. These rules make the written words understood. A writer should make the reader's job easier by communicating what he or she wants to communicate. If you also want to write, pay respect to your readers. Don't take them for granted. Learning and... Read More

Screenwriting, Screenplays, Screenwriters ? Incremental Productivity

When attempting to understand Creativity and Innovation, it pays to import the vast range of research and knowledge that has been accumulated in these fields ? most of it is to be found in the field of Business and Management.For example, Writer's Block is intimately related to Organizational Culture ?... Read More

Getting Published Is Different For Everyone: Two Paths Among Many

One obvious question that can get overlooked in the process of seeking publication is, Why do you want to publish this book, article, story or poem? Most likely, the answer involves some combination of artistic or spiritual vision, desire for recognition, need to communicate an idea or body of knowledge,... Read More

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Discover the Writer Hiding Inside You

Has the thought run across you mind that you might... Read More

Dig Deeper to Reveal Character

He ran up the steps and knocked on the door.... Read More

The Authors Life: 14 Hints on Creating a Career Plan

1. Remember publication is a business; writing is an art.... Read More

Technical Writing for the Terrified

IntroductionSometimes it may be beyond a companies or individuals budget... Read More

Through the Eyes of an Artist

As writers, we initially tend to be either more cerebral... Read More

Creative Writing Tips - Does The Name You Chose Suit Your Character?

How do you choose a name? Do you put down... Read More

What You May Not Learn In College... (Part Two)

If you become a writer for any publication, private business,... Read More

A Simple Contest with a Strong Message: Wake Up Your Writing Spirit

The Blogfest 2005 Writing Contest has only been running for... Read More

How to Multiply Your Freelance Writing Work

You can turn your $200 fee to write a press... Read More

How to Write Headlines for How-to Articles

Want to write a how-to article but can't come up... Read More

How To Write Thank You Letters With Class

When I first started tracking the information preferences of people... Read More

What you Dont Know About Book Publishing Can Cost You

Dream that your book can be a number one best... Read More

6 Ways to Toot Your Own Writing Horn

You know you've got writing talent. Others enjoy your work... Read More

Writing Query Letters that Count -- Close the Deal with Your First Letter!

Your query letter can be a deal maker or a... Read More

How To Cut the Clutter and Win Readers

Most of us hate housework.Nevertheless, even the most hopeless slobs... Read More

I Am Biodegradable - My Writing Is Not

My dad was wrong. I just discovered that I am... Read More

5 Ways to Break the Story Spell

You sink back into your favourite chair with a new... Read More

Editing and Polishing - How Much is Enough?

A few days ago, I critiqued a chapter for a... Read More

Be Your Own Literary Agent and Get Published

So you're one of 20 million Americans who want to... Read More

Comma Usage Made Simple

Don't they drive you nuts?You can visit all the rules... Read More

Writing and Self-examination

Good writing requires self-examination. Why is one writing? What part... Read More

That Cute Lil Ol Apostrophe

Have you ever had a student write to tell you... Read More

A Mode of Transportation

Great writing transports one vicariously to realms that the reader... Read More

The Untold Secrets of Writing Best Selling Childrens Books

Ever wondered how the most successful children's book writers get... Read More

A Writers Tools

William Faulkner, the great Mississippi writer, said, "The tools I... Read More

Is Horror Dead?

I've noticed a big shift away from traditional horror recently,... Read More

How New Authors Can Keep Their Manuscripts Coherent

In large publishing houses, many manuscripts penned by first-time authors,... Read More

Using Metaphor Effectively

We've all heard a politician on their soapbox, pushing for... Read More

Inspiring the Poet in You!

Poems. Just the mention of them makes me smile. Why?... Read More

Write Your Life

Take out a white piece of paper and place it... Read More

Is The Theme Running Throughout The Story?

Creative Writing Tips ?It's no use coming up with a... Read More

Starting a Freelance Writing Career (or How I Sifted Through the Muck and Found My Way)

So, the decision is final. I am a writer.Actually, I... Read More

How To Co-Publish For Profits!

The Benefits of Co-Publishing There are a number of publishers,... Read More