Wednesday, January 31, 2018

8 Tips to Sharpen Your Editing Skills

 

Blog post updated 07/07/2019.

Writing seems to be a dying art these, especially among the younger generation. Technology is something that we rely too much, and because of that, many new writers are frightened to make mistakes and learn how to edit their work properly.

Really good writing comes with long hours spent going over sentence structure, grammar and punctuation, with only our eyes telling us what we see.

Just looking at past writer's you know they took the time to write and edit meticulously. Sometimes taking weeks or months or even years to get it just right. Fortunately editing on digital media isn't the only way to check over your writing.

Friday, January 26, 2018

The Complete Guide to Google Docs for Writers


 
If you're looking for a free alternative to Microsoft Word I recommend Google Docs, it may surprise you what Google Docs has to offer.

I've put together a list of important points for you to consider in this article.

Advantages of Google Docs for Writers

1. A Free Mobile and Cross-Platform

Google Docs works well on all browsers, and  if you're collaborating with other readers, and writers on a project, they won't need to download any special software.  Which gets rid of all compatibility and versioning issues.

Friday, January 19, 2018

10 Excellent Books for Writers


I've compiled a list of the 10 of the most read books by writers. Ranging from creative writing, self-publishing to book marketing.

Creativity and Writing

1. On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft - Stephen King

Take your insight from a writer that's been there and seen it all, even mega famous writers have difficult times. Read his timeless advice.

2. Writing Down The Bones: Freeing the Writer Within - Natalie Goldberg

Get some solid advice with insight, humour and practicality. Natalie Goldberg isn't afraid of showing her vulnerability when it comes to writing.

Wednesday, January 17, 2018

80 Best Websites for Writers 2018


 
The paths to writing are innumerable, from journalism to creative writing, starting a blog to writing a book, and becoming famous.

Whatever path you choose there's bound to be a blog or community to suit your need, and help you get there.

Want to start your own writing community or blog follow my step-by-step guide to starting your own blog. You never know your website could be on this list!

Blogging

1. Be a Freelance Blogger

2. Copyblogger

3. Problogger

4. See Jane Write
 
Creative Writing

5. Aliventures

6. Almost an Author

7. Ann Kroeker

8. Australian Writer's Centre

9. Bang2Write

10. C.S.Lakin's Live Write Thrive

11. DIY MFA

12. Elizabeth Spann Craig

13. Eve Deverell

14. Fiction University

15. How to Write a Book Now

16. Goins Writer

17. Inky Girl

18. Journalist's Resource

19. Lauren Carter

20. Nicole Bianchi

21. One Stop for Writer's

22. Positive Writer

23. Pro Writing Aid

24. Psychwriter

25. Re:Fiction

26. The Write Practice

27. Tweetspeak Poetry

28. Write or Die

29. Writerology

30. Writers Helping Writers

31. Writers in the Storm

32. Writer Unboxed

33. Writers Write

34. Write to Done


 
Editing

35. Grammar Girl

36. Kathy Steinemann

37. Writership

38. Scribendi

Freelancing

39. Elna Cain

40. Freelancer FAQs

41. Freelance to Freedom

42. Freelance to Win

43. Freelance Writing

44. The Freelancer's Year

45. FundsforWriters

46. LittleZotz Writing

47. Make a Living Writing

48. Pen & Pro$per

49. Writers Weekly

50. Writing Revolt

51. Where to Pitch


 
Marketing

52. Bakerview Consulting

53. Enchanting Marketing

54. HubSpot

55. Kikolani

56. Seth Godin

57. Shellley hitz

58. The Creative Penn

59. Writers Boon
 
 
Publishing

60. Anne R. Allen

61. Cooks and Books

62. Helping Writers Become Authors

63. Jane Friedman

64. Janet Reid, Literary Agent

65. My Story Doctor

66. Nail Your Novel

67. Novel Publicity

68. Publish a Profitable Book

69. Well-Storied

70. Standout Books

71. The Book Designer

72. The Steve Laube Agency

73. Writer's Digest Editor Blogs

74. Writer's Relief

 
 
Writing Communities

75. A Writer's Path

76. Booksie

77. Chronicles

78. Free Writing Events

79. Inked Voices

80. NanoWriMo
 
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Wednesday, January 03, 2018

60 of the Best Book Cover Designers Online




Blogpost Updated 04/07/2019 

When it comes to book covers first impressions always count, especially when you're looking for potential readers.  Alongside writing your book, book cover design is one of the most important details of book marketing.  A bad book cover will most definitely mean no sales.

Monday, January 01, 2018

99 Ways to Promote Your Blog


 
How to Promote Your Blog?

Many bloggers struggle with this question on a daily basis, but the simplest answer to use the 90/10 rule.

What is the 90/10 Rule?

To put it simply the 90/10 rule means for every hour you spend writing blog content, 54 minutes should be dedicated to promoting your blog during the day.