Is 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 write whatever moves you. The sky’s the limit when it comes to your future book’s potential for success. However, there are some things you […]
One 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 adapt to them accordingly. Also, like any creative endeavor, it’s important to have a sense of growth and progress to retain your motivation for […]
2020 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 of people were excited to make this year the one where their many creative dreams finally came true. However, the year hasn’t exactly […]
There’s nothing worse than getting through a good novel that fizzles out or doesn’t go anywhere. Many authors can create an intriguing first few chapters, but fail with a weak final battle scene that seems flat or two dimensional. This video will help you make sure you conclusion is epic. Everything in your […]
A great novel has two parts: 1. story – what happens 2. drama – why it matters. Far too many authors screw this up in the beginning with boring backstory and information, which takes away all the intrigue and suspense; or by not including enough conflict (which is different than violence or action). This video, […]
Update: you can now download this in-depth plotting template in Word, Google docs or Scrivener. There’s also an advanced video walkthrough. Check it out here (free download). Download this template: https://www.creativindie.com/plot-out… Write better books, faster. This is an introduction to the critical plotting scenes and turning points you need to include in Act […]
This video is an introduction to my 8 point “plot dot” guide to outlining your novel. These are the 8 major turning points that keep momentum, suspense and tension. Without them, your book may not convince readers to keep turning the pages. Watch all the videos (complete series) on YouTube If you don’t have time […]
Every time I help a new author edit their book I comment on the same issues. And even though I’ve spent years talking about book marketing and publishing, recently I’ve been focused on the craft of actually writing books readers love, because the truth is – most authors make predictable writing errors in the first few pages. […]
