Goals for writing in 2013
As the year 2012 comes to a close, it is now time to sit back and reflect on all the changes that have occurred during the year. So many changes and all for the good, but the promise of a…
Catching the Inspiration Bug
They say lightning never strikes the same place twice, but in the case of inspiration this is thankfully not the reality. However, the reality is that you’ve just a lot of time writing, publishing, and promoting your book, so…
What Is A Successful Published Book?
I don’t believe that you can say that the only successful book is one which has sold 1,000 copies, or even 100 copies. I think that you need to create your own personal definition of what makes a successful book. …
Why Writing Improves with Reading Books You Love.
I overheard a conversation at a local bookstore. (I went in looking for a book, and left with several in my arms.) The question that struck me after hearing this conversation is, what will happen to this poor child? There…
Do You Read Blogs For Writers?
To say that one writes is one thing, but to say that you are in the know about the writing business is another thing entirely. People write many blogs, and there is a large community of people who give advice…
Promote Your Book or Write Another?
Which is better? I think we want to see success in all our writing, and the question becomes: What should we do? Should we write another book that will build on the last book, or promote the book that we have…
Book Update: Less Than One Week To Published Book
This is a very exciting thing… my book is about a week or so away from being published. It’s been a long time coming but I am very excited. Less than one week. Yes, one week until I have a published…
The Art of Writing When You Don’t Want To
Have you ever had one of those days? You have misquoted lines, or facts… and you are exhausted with all the “parts” as a writer you will need to play. This is one of those days when you don’t want…
