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William Heath on Writing and Rewriting Devil Dancer - podcast
William Heath
Author William Heath's first novel, Devil Dancer, explores the world of Lexington, KY in 1972 and the shooting of a prized race horse. He secured an agent right away when he wrote the book in 1980, but the agent struggled with getting a publisher because...
over 8 years ago
Getting Feedback
Peer Reviews
Using Your Network for Feedback During the Writing Process
Rob Harrell
Many writers wait until a first draft of their manuscript is complete before sharing it with others for feedback and critiques. While this can work well for some, children's author Rob Harrell prefers to get feedback in chunks during the writing process...
over 1 year ago
Basic Editing
Proofreading
Shan Gill On How Her Book, Cosmic Kitty, Supplements Her Larger Platform - video
Shan Gill
Life coach Shan Gill knew she wanted to share a message about mindfulness and metaphysical concepts with a wide audience. She began by doing workshops and coaching but mostly in the corporate world. After rediscovering some childhood doodles, Gill...
over 7 years ago
Marketing Plan
Finding Your Platform
Shan Gill On How Her Book, Cosmic Kitty, Supplements Her Larger Platform - podcast
Shan Gill
Life coach Shan Gill knew she wanted to share a message about mindfulness and metaphysical concepts with a wide audience. She began by doing workshops and coaching but mostly in the corporate world. After rediscovering some childhood doodles, Gill...
over 7 years ago
Marketing Plan
Finding Your Platform
Beth Hermes on Her Transition from Journalist to Business Writer to Novelist - podcast
Beth Hermes
Even as a child, Beth Hermes aspired to be an author. She took the "safe" route for her writing career and became a journalist instead, always wondering if she was creative enough to also write fiction. After the newspaper that she worked for was bought...
over 7 years ago
Writing Jobs
Full-Time Writer
Beth Hermes on Her Transition from Journalist to Business Writer to Novelist - video
Beth Hermes
Even as a child, Beth Hermes aspired to be an author. She took the "safe" route for her writing career and became a journalist instead, always wondering if she was creative enough to also write fiction. After the newspaper that she worked for was bought...
over 7 years ago
Writing Jobs
Full-Time Writer
Author Mandy Jackson-Beverly on Becoming a Novelist
Mandy Jackson-Beverly
Author, teacher, writing coach, and speaker Mandy Jackson-Beverly has had many professional endeavors. Before writing her books, she was a costume designer, stylist, and high school teacher. She says she moves on to a new endeavor whenever she feels...
over 5 years ago
Managing Your Writing Life
Education and Craft
What is a Podcast? - article
Shells Walter
A Podcast is a digital media file, audio or video, but usually audio. Think of it as an audio book, but in small chunks. These files are distributed via the Internet and can be played back on the computer or a portable device like an MP3 player or a...
over 8 years ago
Media
Online
Enhancing Your Nonfiction Book with Editorial Boards
Cathy Fyock
Have you just completed the first draft of your nonfiction book and are wondering what comes next? Before taking the leap to professional editing, consider leveraging the power of an editorial board for a crucial peer review process. This step is essential...
over 1 year ago
Editorial Services
Editorial Assessments
Making Your Book Work: Creating a Workbook for Your Nonfiction Book to Build Your Business
Cathy Fyock
You've worked hard to develop your nonfiction book that positions your thought leadership. So what's next? Why not take the content from your book and create a workbook? Your workbook can serve as a tool to generate additional revenue, can help your...
over 2 years ago
Nonfiction
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