Articles for Writers
Need information on how to best self-publish your book? I’ve done this hundreds of times and am happy to share what I’ve learned! Or maybe you’re looking for tips on how to go deeper as a writer? With dozens of books to my name, along with awards and bestseller status, I’ve got you covered there too. Need some insights into the industry? I’ve lived this world for years and have worn many hats in the industry!
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How to Build a Bookish Community
How to Build a Bookish Community How to build a community around your writing by changing your focus from “a platform to sell” to “a community of like-minded people I can serve” No matter what you write—and no matter how you publish—you’re going to have to find...
The Intuitive Writer
For a more complete version of "The Intuitive Writer" and its handouts, you can purchase the video class here. The video will then appear here.Okay, friends, it's time to talk MATH! Hmm? No, I’m not confused. I promise. And I shall prove to you in a few quick steps...
How to Write a Series
How to Write a Series How to write a series that will pull readers eagerly into the next book Series. We all know them. Many of us love them. I myself have always been drawn not only to reading them, but to writing them. Still, I've always known that writing a...
What Publishers Wish Authors Knew
What Publishers Wish Authors Knew Are you hoping to land a contract with a traditional publishing house? Do you find it initimidating? There is so much conflicting information out there, and so many times I remember feeling like it was this giant wall I just didn't...
A Step-by-Step Guide to Self-Publishing Your Book on Amazon KDP for Kindle and Print
Self-publishing comes with a lot of questions! Here’s a step-by-step guide to getting set up RIGHT in Amazon’s KDP platform.
True Nobility
Time for another Behind the Design of the book cover process! This time, I'm backing up a few months to a cover that remains one of my favorites: True Nobility by Lori Bates Wright.When I read the answers Lori filled out in the questionnaire, I knew I was going to...