You want to write better. You want to publish a book. You want to make money with your writing. It all starts with short stories. Many of the self-published authors I’ve worked with had a book idea, wrote it, and wanted to publish it. This is great—except that most of these people had never written … Continue reading Why You Should Be Writing Short Stories (And How to Do It Right!)
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Why You Need a More Flexible Writing Schedule
Last week doesn't count. That's what I keep telling myself this week as my work is compounding because last week did not go according to plan. It was one of those scenarios where everything decided to happen at once. I woke up on Monday to find that a hurricane was approaching. And so ensued hurried … Continue reading Why You Need a More Flexible Writing Schedule
Reblog: Research for Fiction Writers from A Writer’s Path
http://ryanlanz.com/2022/06/18/research-for-fiction-writers/ We don't often talk about research as fiction writers, do we? Just because you're writing fiction doesn't mean you can make everything up. As ARHuelsenbeck points out in this article, readers don't appreciate inaccurate information, even in a genre like sci-fi! Even fantasy calls for research sometimes—I've done plenty! But research can also be … Continue reading Reblog: Research for Fiction Writers from A Writer’s Path
Reblog: 5 Simple Tips for Writing More by Renard Moreau
https://renardsworld.wordpress.com/2023/01/13/5-simple-tips-for-writing-more/ We all want to write more, don't we? While we always need to be careful that we don't compromise quality for the sake of quantity, it is important to figure out the environment in which we work best so that we can write more and better. This post provides a few great ideas for … Continue reading Reblog: 5 Simple Tips for Writing More by Renard Moreau
Consistency Is Overrated—I’d Rather Be Committed
A deep dive into this post I made on LinkedIn The more I write, the more I realise that consistency is great, but commitment is key. All right, yes, I'm stretching it a bit for a great controversial title. It's not that consistency is bad—actually, it's part of being committed. But I hear so much … Continue reading Consistency Is Overrated—I’d Rather Be Committed
How to Plan a Productive Week as a Freelance Writer
Just about any job requires some planning for the week ahead, but as a freelance writer, planning must be a part of your weekly routine. With deadlines looming, client meetings scheduled throughout the week, and all the other responsibilities that come with freelancing, it can be overwhelming to manage it all on your own. But … Continue reading How to Plan a Productive Week as a Freelance Writer
Reblog: Challenges to Productivity and How to Overcome Them by Make Your Biz Fizz
http://makeyourbizfizz.co.uk/2023/06/13/challenges-to-productivity-and-how-to-overcome-them/ I can't stress to you all how incredible this post is! If you've ever struggled with any aspect of productivity, this post takes a deep dive into how we can be productive, why we're not productive, and what we can do to fix bad habits. Read the whole thing—it's so worth it, I promise! … Continue reading Reblog: Challenges to Productivity and How to Overcome Them by Make Your Biz Fizz
How to Land Your 1st (2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th) Freelance Writing Gig
Are you excited to be a freelancer? You should be! As I've talked about before, I think it's a wonderful life for many people. Hopefully, by this point, you're already prepared. You've figured out what kind of freelance writing you want to do, looked into platforms, and maybe even started on your very own website. … Continue reading How to Land Your 1st (2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th) Freelance Writing Gig
Reblog: A Blank Page or Screen Is Not A Writing Strategy by Pedagogical Thoughts
Have you ever sat down to write, and an hour, maybe two into it and you still have a blank page? Ah, come on, I know it’s not just me who has done this. I get flooded with feelings of guilt (“I’ve wasted good time”), frustration (“why can’t I manage my procrastination better?”), and self-loathing. […] … Continue reading Reblog: A Blank Page or Screen Is Not A Writing Strategy by Pedagogical Thoughts
Everything You Need to Start Freelance Writing
You’re almost ready to get started with your freelancing career; these essential materials will set you up for success.
The Story Canvas 