We are mid-way through National Novel Writing Month ("NaNoWriMo"). It's an annual thirty-day frenzy in which writers of all types undertake the challenge to complete one 50,000-word novel. Outliners, …
What running has taught me about writing
A few years back, determined not to carry post-pregnancy weight with me to the grave I started running. I have never been especially athletic so this was a new adventure. I soon discovered that the …
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Writing Lessons from Downton Abbey
I am a latecomer to Downton Abbey, the British period drama featuring the subtle intrigues of an upper class family and their household staff. But even if the show is not your cup of tea, the …
Defining Success As A Writer
How do you measure success as a writer? A target is a lot easier to hit once it's been identified, so it makes a lot of sense for you as a writer to spend a few moments and nail down a personal, …
Identify Your Marketing Focus
After crafting a terrific story, one of the most important steps you can take to ensure your success is to identify your audience. It helps in two key ways. Last time, we looked at how it helps focus …
Identify Your Audience
Identify your audience After crafting a terrific story, one of the most important steps you can take to ensure your success is to identify your audience. It helps in two key ways. In this post, …
