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Tips to Help Introverted Writers Feel More Confident at an Event - video
Faith McKinney
Attending industry events such as writing conferences and book festivals can be intimidating experiences for some writers, especially for those that are less social in their daily lives. Media coach and author Faith McKinney is an introvert herself...
over 8 years ago
Events
Book Fairs
Tips to Help Introverted Writers Feel More Confident at an Event - podcast
Faith McKinney
Attending industry events such as writing conferences and book festivals can be intimidating experiences for some writers, especially for those that are less social in their daily lives. Media coach and author Faith McKinney is an introvert herself...
over 8 years ago
Events
Book Fairs
The Importance of Understanding the Business Aspects of Being an Author
Pamela Christian
Many authors do not realize the legal considerations they must take when writing and publishing a book, says author, speaker, and media personality Pamela Christian. You should establish a legal and financial structure to make sure you avoid lawsuits...
over 6 years ago
Writing Jobs
The Business of Being a Writer
Utilizing Your Niche to Build a Following on YouTube
C.R. Rowenson
Using social media platforms to talk about your work and interests can be a great way to connect with readers or build a following. Fantasy author and book coach C.R. Rowenson, started his YouTube channel, The Magic Engineer, to share his knowledge and...
over 3 years ago
Social Media
YouTube
Jeanne Lyet Gassman on Researching Blood of a Stone - video
Jeanne Lyet Gassman
Writing a historical fiction novel can be daunting, especially when it is a religious historical fiction novel. Readers of this genre tend to be very tuned in to the era and can easily spot errors or inaccuracies. Author Jeanne Lyet Gassman approached...
over 9 years ago
I have an Idea!
Researching Your Idea
Producer Craig Miller on Marketing His 'Star Wars' Memoir
Craig Miller
As writer and producer Craig Miller got closer to the release date of his memoir, Star Wars Memories: My Time In The (Death Star) Trenches , he planned to do more targeted marketing. This included podcasts and online fan groups specifically focused on...
over 6 years ago
Marketing Plan
Research
Jeanne Lyet-Gassman on Researching Blood of a Stone - podcast
Jeanne Lyet Gassman
Writing a historical fiction novel can be daunting, especially when it is a religious historical fiction novel. Readers of this genre tend to be very tuned in to the era and can easily spot errors or inaccuracies. Author Jeanne Lyet Gassman approached...
over 9 years ago
I have an Idea!
Researching Your Idea
Advice for Differentiating Characters in a Story
Neil V. Young
Writers have an obligation to make their characters unique, advises author and technical writer Neil V. Young. You want to avoid creating characters who are “cardboard cutouts,” meaning they have no distinguishable personality or compelling backstory...
over 6 years ago
Fiction
Character Development
Comparing Screenplays to Novels - video
Craig Buck
Writer Craig Faustus Buck has written six non-fiction books, including co-authoring the #1 New York Times bestseller for Toxic Parents. He has also written hundreds of articles for magazines and newspapers across the globe and has written and produced...
over 9 years ago
Book to Screen
Adaptations
Comparing Screenplays to Novels - podcast
Craig Buck
Writer Craig Faustus Buck has written six non-fiction books, including co-authoring the #1 New York Times bestseller for Toxic Parents. He has also written hundreds of articles for magazines and newspapers across the globe and has written and produced...
over 9 years ago
Book to Screen
Adaptations
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