Sometimes, the hardest thing about being an author is coming up with a solid idea for your next book. Have you ever experienced that? If you have, you know how painful the...
Continue readingSometimes, the hardest thing about being an author is coming up with a solid idea for your next book. Have you ever experienced that? If you have, you know how painful the...
Continue readingIf you’ve chosen to become a fiction author, the chances are you truly love writing. Most authors grew up with the dream of one day writing books of their very own....
Continue readingWhat would human life be without the magic of story? Ever since our ancestors sat around sharing stories to make meaning of the world around them, telling tales has been a...
Continue readingWhen most people dream of becoming a writer, what they’re really aspiring to is becoming a novelist. Is that true for you? If so, what exactly is holding you back from taking...
Continue readingWe all know that it’s impossible to totally master the craft of fiction and reach a level where no more improvement can occur. That’s kind of the beauty of it. There’s...
Continue readingEven though there are plenty of people out there that claim writer’s block is nothing but a myth, it sure doesn’t feel like that at times! Have you ever been there?...
Continue readingAre you stuck in a rut? There are endless mental prisons that writers can feel trapped in. Thankfully, there are usually ways out. Try these. Plan a short story to flex your creative muscles...
Continue readingThe practical parts of self-publishing might not be the most exciting, but they are absolutely essential. Here’s a quick refresher on some important practical aspects of getting your book out into...
Continue readingThe world could always use a good story. But what if you know you’ve got a story to share, but aren’t feeling a spark of inspiration? Try these resources to help you...
Continue readingSometimes the will to write is there. But the inspiration? Anywhere else. Try these resources to inspire your eureka moment. Take a deep dive into possible topics to write about. Understand that getting inspired to...
Continue readingWhen you stop and think about the number of books being released, you’ll soon realize it’s a crowded marketplace. Between the traditional and indie publishing worlds, there is a glut of...
Continue readingWhen it comes to life-changing wisdom, nothing offers better value on this planet than a book. For the price of a cup of coffee or two, you can enjoy the best...
Continue readingWow, hasn't the past year just flown by? I think we can all agree that 2020 will be difficult to forget. No matter where you happen to be based, I bet you...
Continue readingIt’s easy to get caught up in the day to day detail of being an indie author and forget to take a step back and look at the big picture. Sometimes,...
Continue readingIs there anything as exciting as starting work on a new book? The beginning of a book project is an entirely blank slate. You have complete freedom to dream big and...
Continue readingAre you holding yourself back from pursuing your most important dreams? Often, your mind will confine you in your comfort zone rather than letting you run the risk of failure and...
Continue readingThe total freedom of being an independent author isn’t without its drawbacks. While you have the liberty of being able to carry out each part of the book creation process in...
Continue readingOne of the keys to success as an indie author is never standing still. The self-publishing world is a rapidly shifting landscape, so it’s vital to stay abreast of changes and...
Continue reading2020 has been one of the strangest years ever. I’ll never forget the feeling at the start of the year. The decade seemed like an entirely blank slate, ripe with possibility. Plenty...
Continue readingBeing an indie author involves a heck of a lot more than just writing. While there is no substitute for being a great writer, even the best writers need to be...
Continue readingWhile choosing to become a self-published author grants you unlimited creative freedom, it also adds a lot of items to your to-do list! If you’re not careful, it’s easy to get...
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