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Pen's 12 Secrets to Writing Success - article
Pen Densham
Pen Densham, co-founder of Trilogy Entertainment Group, considers himself a triple-hyphenate: a writer – producer – & director. He and his partner John Watson have been Oscar Nominated twice, have produced 15 features and over 300 hours of television...
over 9 years ago
Managing Your Writing Life
Writing Exercises
How to Self-Edit Your Book Manuscript: Grammar, Format, and Clarity
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Congratulations! You’ve finished the first draft of your manuscript. Maybe you throw a party, go out for a nice meal, see friends for the first time in a long while, or all the above. But, after you've finished the champagne and swept the confetti, it...
over 7 years ago
Basic Editing
Proofreading
I’m interested in writing a book that helps others by sharing some struggles I’ve overcome. What should I keep in mind when writing to ensure my stories and advice resonate with readers?
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Question: I’m interested in writing a book that helps others by sharing some struggles I’ve overcome. What should I keep in mind when writing to ensure my stories and advice resonate with readers? Answer: We all face struggles from time to time...
6 months ago
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What can I do to create awareness for my book and increase sales this Holiday season?
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Question: What can I do to create awareness for my book and increase sales this Holiday season? Answer: The Holiday season is one of the most lucrative times of the year for book sales, accounting for over 20% of annual revenue for U.S. booksellers...
8 months ago
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How can I find guest interview and speaking opportunities on podcasts and vlogs to promote my book?
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Question: How can I find guest interview and speaking opportunities on podcasts and vlogs to promote my book? Answer: In today’s digital landscape, audio and video have emerged as powerful media for authors to expand their reach, share their expertise...
10 months ago
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Writing in First Person Point of View
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Almost all fiction books are written in either third or first person point of view. But when it comes to picking one for your own story, how do you choose which one to use? What are the differences between them? How does the point of view affect the...
over 7 years ago
Fiction
Points of View
Writing in 3rd Person Point of View
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Almost all fiction books are written in either first or third person point of view. But when it comes to picking one for your own story, how do you choose which one to use? What are the differences between them? How does the point of view affect the...
over 7 years ago
Fiction
Points of View
5 Steps for Starting an Author Newsletter
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An author newsletter can help you connect with your audience beyond just your book. It's a way to nurture your fan base, keep readers engaged, and grow your readership. Anyone can start a newsletter. But creating and maintaining one that gets results...
over 7 years ago
Self-Promotion
Mailing Lists
How to Improve Your Writing Skills in 6 Easy Steps
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Why is it worth the time and effort to become a better writer? As you continue to write books and grow as a published author, it’s important to work on improving your craft. But what does ‘writing craft’ really mean? Think of it this way: we all...
over 7 years ago
Managing Your Writing Life
Education and Craft
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