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When 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 that first step? For [...]

We 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 always a new skill to [...]

Even 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? If you’ve been writing for [...]

Are 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 [...]

The 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 [...]

The 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 feel creative and ready [...]

Sometimes 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 [...]

When 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 new [...]

When 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 advice that the brightest minds have [...]

Wow, 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 feel the same way. For some [...]