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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
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
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
How Instagram Influenced Jennifer Weiner's New Book "Big Summer"
Jennifer Weiner
#1 New York Times bestselling author of Mrs. Everything , Jennifer Weiner, discusses exploring Instagram vs. reality in her new novel Big Summer and the familiarity of writing nuanced female friendships. For more on this author and her portfolio of work...
over 5 years ago
Fiction
Character Development
The Value of Writing Groups - video
Eric Penz
Writing is a solitary profession. So why join a writer's group? Author Eric Penz shares his perspective on why writer's groups matter and how to find a good one. Writer's groups are valuable, especially to new authors, because they allow you to network...
over 9 years ago
Getting Feedback
Writing Groups
The Value of Writing Groups - podcast
Eric Penz
Writing is a solitary profession. So why join a writer's group? Author Eric Penz shares his perspective on why writer's groups matter and how to find a good one. Writer's groups are valuable, especially to new authors, because they allow you to network...
over 9 years ago
Getting Feedback
Writing Groups
Making Book Trailers - podcast
P.J. Hoover
Book marketing falls squarely on the author these days. As you move into this new role, one key to success is determining what you can do yourself and what you should hire out. Listen in as Author P.J. Hoover talks about creating her own book trailers...
over 9 years ago
Media
Book Trailers
Blogging a Book - podcast
Nina Amir
If you have trouble finding time to write and difficulties promoting yourself, then blogging a book may be right for you. Nina Amir, author of “How to Blog a Book,” discusses the advantages of blogging your book into creation. She says that it's the...
over 9 years ago
Blogging
Tips
Blogging a Book - video
Nina Amir
If you have trouble finding time to write and difficulties promoting yourself, then blogging a book may be right for you. Nina Amir, author of “How to Blog a Book,” discusses the advantages of blogging your book into creation. She says that it's the...
over 9 years ago
Blogging
Tips
The Benefits of Print on Demand for Authors
Amy Collins
Writing a book is difficult, but it’s not the end of your journey. When the writing process is done, the publishing process begins. Actually selling your book is difficult and can be a financially risky business. One way to mitigate that risk is to...
over 7 years ago
Distribution & Sales
Print-on-Demand
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