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  • Crafting an Engaging Memoir

    Jeanne Lyet Gassman
    Jeanne Lyet Gassman
    If you’ve ever considered writing a memoir, you probably have an important story to tell. So, what are you waiting for? Are you wondering where to start? Or, maybe you’ve tried to write it but have struggled to push through? In this recorded session...
    • over 3 years ago
    • Nonfiction
    • Elements
  • Learn More MEMOIR

     
  • What Every Children’s Book Author Needs to Know

    Author Learning Center
    Author Learning Center
    If you’re thinking about writing a children’s book, take heart. You have a lot to offer children. Reading helps children enhance literacy skills, and offers advantages that extend far beyond mere academics. Children’s literature has the power to...
    • over 5 years ago
    • Children's Books
    • Writing for Kids
  • Rob Harrell on How His Graphic Novel, "Monster on the Hill", Became an Animated Movie

    Rob Harrell
    Rob Harrell
    Cartoonist, author, and illustrator Rob Harrell was approached by producers at a Comic-Con event about his popular, children's graphic novel, Monster on the Hill . This chance meeting led to his book being optioned for film, but it took eight years for...
    • over 3 years ago
    • Book to Screen
    • Adaptations
  • I’ve been told I need to create a list of comparable authors and book titles. Why do I need one, and what is the best way to build the list?

    Author Learning Center
    Author Learning Center
    Question: I’ve been told I need to create a list of comparable authors and book titles. Why do I need one, and what is the best way to build the list? Answer: Comparable authors and book titles, also known as “comps”, are those authors or books...
    • over 1 year ago
    • Author Learning Center
    • Ask Keith
  • Memoirs: Writing for Family & Friends - article

    Molly Blaisdell
    Molly Blaisdell
    Many authors write memoirs for friends and family. When writing for family and friends, you must consider expanding the scope of your memoir. Adding details of family history can enrich a memoir for family and friends. Think about writing a memoir that...
    • over 9 years ago
    • Nonfiction
    • Platform and Credibility
  • I would like your advice on how to organize research when writing a novel.

    Author Learning Center
    Author Learning Center
    Question: I would like your advice on how to organize research when writing a novel. Answer: Fiction writers are tasked with making their creations as authentic and relatable as possible, while also making them fun and engaging. The stories for...
    • over 5 years ago
    • Author Learning Center
    • Ask Keith
  • Carla Norton on Her Research Process for Writing True Crime

    Carla Norton
    Carla Norton
    Conducting proper research is essential for any nonfiction book, but can be especially important when writing a true crime book. True crime is a genre in which the author tells the story of an actual crime and details the actions of the real people involved...
    • over 8 years ago
    • I have an Idea!
    • Researching Your Idea
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  • Determining the Reader Segments for a Memoir

    Marlan Warren
    Marlan Warren
    Most writers believe that everyone should read their book. The reality is, though, that no story is going to appeal to everyone. Every author needs to choose a very specific audience and market it to them. While secondary audiences may read the story...
    • over 7 years ago
    • Marketing Plan
    • Building a Fan Base
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