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Ask the Author: 8 Questions with Author, Poet, & Blogger Madeline Sharples
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Madeline Sharples worked in the aerospace business (TRW and Northrop Grumman) as a technical writer and editor, web content writer, and proposal manager for almost thirty years – hiring in five times and retiring twice. She also worked for non-profits...
over 7 years ago
Managing Your Writing Life
Goal Setting and Process
What can I do to protect my work, both published and unpublished, in the event of my death?
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Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and provides an overview of the basic principles of wills, trusts, and Literary Executors for authors. The material contained in this article is NOT legal advice, and does not create an attorney...
over 1 year ago
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10 Logical Fallacies Nonfiction Authors Should Avoid
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A logical fallacy occurs when someone attempts to make a point without proper research and reasoning. In order to be effective, your communications and arguments need to be logical. When you use a fallacy, deliberately or on accident, readers will be...
over 5 years ago
Nonfiction
Common Mistakes
How do you write a hook strong enough to make an agent fall in love with your characters and/or plot in the first five pages?
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QUESTION: How do you write a hook strong enough to make an agent fall in love with your characters and/or plot in the first five pages? ANSWER: Literary agents receive an overwhelming amount of manuscript submissions on a weekly basis and lack...
over 4 years ago
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Are writers conferences worth attending? Where can I find reputable conferences, and what should I expect when attending?
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Question: Are writers conferences worth attending? Where can I find reputable conferences, and what should I expect when attending? Answer: Writing a book can be a very solitary journey, but it doesn’t have to be. There are many opportunities for...
7 months ago
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How can I create an effective social media presence while keeping it manageable and easy to maintain long-term?
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Question: How can I create an effective social media presence while keeping it manageable and easy to maintain long-term? Answer: Any successful book marketing plan is one that includes both offline and online efforts. In-person events and speaking...
over 1 year ago
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How to Structure a Story: The Fundamentals of Narrative - article
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As children, we learned stories begin with "once upon a time" and end with "happily ever after." While this may be the most simplistic view of a story, it offers storytellers advice on a narrative structure that stands the test of time. A good book...
over 8 years ago
Fiction
Plot Planning
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