If you love to write, chances are you have (tried to) read books about writing, in hopes of learning how…
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letter to a new blogger
Dear brand new blogger, I see you there, on the other side of the computer screen. Your blog to do…
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The Truth About Mompreneurs
There’s a myth about mompreneurs (mom entrepreneurs). We hear it in various forms, but it’s usually the well-meaning comment of…
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Lies Writers Believe {And 3 Steps to Set Your Words Free}
Every time I begin a new project, doubts gather like June thunderheads in Alabama. Even as I collect the words…
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Blogging With Limitations {It’s Actually a Good Thing}
When we moved cross country last year, I had no idea it would take 6 months for us to get…
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The Art of Unblogging
Who are you on the days you don’t publish a post? Who are you when activity fills up every crevice…
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Why I’m Quitting the Facebook Game (And You Should, Too)
It’s all fun and games…until they change the rules (again) and leave you on the sidelines. Again. Are you plumb…
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Back to Writing {For Writing’s Sake}
If you were a writer long before you were a blogger, these words are for you…
Should Authors Blog?
For the past ten years, the publishing industry has been changing almost as fast as the world of social media. It’s gone from authors asking, “What is a blog?” to publishers demanding, “How big is your blogging platform?” back to authors asking, “Do I have to blog?” And as fast-paced as the industry is, the formula that worked last week or last year may not work tomorrow.
There are no hard and fast answers to the question “Should Authors Blog?” It varies for each author. Every author should be online. But not every author should blog.
letter to a weary blogger
Dear Weary Blogger, I see you there on the other side of the screen. You’re sitting there staring at a…
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writing together, growing together
When I first started writing, I felt like Jo March up in the garret scribbling furiously–but never showing my words…
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5 Things I’d Definitely Do If I Wanted to Write a Best-Selling Book
If I remember correctly, it all began with a phone call.
A friend calling to tell us about another friend’s story. Felt like a long-shot, to be quite truthful. “Just hear him out – that’s all I’m asking,” our friend insisted.
It was a good story alright. Even ending up on the New York Times Best-Seller list for months on end. A first-time author and an unknown name. Not necessarily the typical experience, I grant you, but why not?
Yes, why not.
If you’re wondering if you have a best-selling book in you as well? And interested in getting it traditionally published?
Here are 5 things I’d definitely do if I wanted to write a best-selling book.