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Writing: There is Always Time - podcast
Kevin Smokler
As a writer you may feel the pressure of time: either you don't know when to stop writing, or you are already late. Author Kevin Smokler offers tips to finish a manuscript. He reminds writers that there is always time to put in the extra work to make...
over 9 years ago
Managing Your Writing Life
Time Management
A Writing Career in Transition - podcast
Jim O'Connor
Author and PR expert Jim O’Connor has been writing for more than 30 years… listen in as he shares his own process for moving from writing articles to books and from non-fiction books to fiction books. Click here to play this audio clip
over 9 years ago
Managing Your Writing Life
Writing Exercises
How an Opening Hook Draws a Reader Into Your Story
Howard V. Hendrix
What’s the best way to keep a reader turning the pages of your book, especially that first page? With shortening attention spans and media tailored to create flashy, attention-grabbing visuals, it’s more important than ever to create an engaging story...
over 6 years ago
Fiction
Plot Planning
Simon & Schuster Presents: A Book Club Matinee featuring bestselling author Isabel Allende - video
Isabel Allende
Watch exclusive footage of bestselling author Isabel Allende, in conversation with Carol Fitzgerald, Founder and President of The Book Report Network, a part of Simon & Schuster’s Book Club Matinee at New York City’s historic Ed Sullivan Theater. Isabel...
over 8 years ago
Fiction
Finding Your Voice
Planning a Trilogy - video
Marie Lu
Whether you are an outliner or a pantser (write by the seat of your pants) it's always good to hear how successful writers approach their craft. New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu describes her writing style and how she incorporated it into her...
over 9 years ago
Fiction
Plot Planning
Getting Started - podcast
Elmore Leonard
Bestselling author Elmore Leonard shares his personal story of how he began writing Westerns. Whether you write Westerns or some other genre, you'll find value in what Mr. Leonard has to say on how to get started with your writing efforts. Click here...
over 9 years ago
I have an Idea!
Brainstorming
Effective Writing - Using a schedule, triggering creativity, and more - video
Bob Martin
Author Bob Martin discusses how he approaches writing, including how frequently he writes and his writing schedule. He also shares an interesting technique of using music to generate creativity. Inspiration can come from many different sources; try...
over 9 years ago
Managing Your Writing Life
Time Management
Effective Writing - Using a schedule, triggering creativity, and more - podcast
Bob Martin
Author Bob Martin discusses how he approaches writing, including how frequently he writes and his writing schedule. He also shares an interesting technique of using music to generate creativity. Inspiration can come from many different sources; try...
over 9 years ago
Managing Your Writing Life
Time Management
Getting Started - video
Elmore Leonard
Bestselling author Elmore Leonard shares his personal story of how he began writing Westerns. Whether you write Westerns or some other genre, you'll find value in what Mr. Leonard has to say on how to get started with your writing efforts.
over 9 years ago
I have an Idea!
Brainstorming
Planning a Trilogy - podcast
Marie Lu
Whether you are an outliner or a pantser (write by the seat of your pants) it's always good to hear how successful writers approach their craft. New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu describes her writing style and how she incorporated it into her...
over 9 years ago
Fiction
Plot Planning
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