The Specific is Universal
The Specific is Universal Use specificity to find the heart of your story and give your reader an experience The Specific is Universal I had heard the phrase “ … Read more
How to Write
Guide to Your Author Platform
Guide to Your Author Platform An author platform is the sum total of an author’s visibility, connections, and credibility, and is a key factor in an author’s success. Platform … Read more
3 Reasons to Write Memoir, Essay, and Opinion
Three Big Reasons You Should be Writing Memoir, Essay, and Opinion If You Think You Should Be Writing, I agree with you. Your voice is important, and you have … Read more
Not Writing? Six Ways to Get Unstuck in 30 Minutes
Sitting at Screen and Not Writing? Six Ways to Get Unstuck in 30 Minutes or Less Stuck? Spark your creativity If you are no longer feeling innovative and have … Read more
Try Short-Burst Productivity
Try Short-Burst Productivity If you are not consistently meeting your writing goals, try short-burst productivity. Set your timer for about 15 minutes and commit to focusing on one task … Read more
Authors Have a Plan
Authors Plan to Meet Their Writing Goals Say Goodbye to Roadblocks and Hello to Productivity On your path to authorship, you’re going to encounter roadblocks. You will place some … Read more
Spotlight on Craft With Elan Barnehama
Spotlight on Point of View, Reflecting Narrator, and the Joys of Editing Elan Barnehama and Amy Lou Jenkins Discuss: Point of View Reflecting Narrators and the Joys of Revising … Read more
How to Sign With a Literary Agent
How to Sign With A Literary Agent Professional advice as written by author Susan Falter. If you’re interested in publishing a book with a traditional publisher and gaining a … Read more
Spotlight On Craft With Betsy Robinson
Self-Disclosure and the Search for Authenticity Betsy Robinson and Amy Lou Jenkins Discuss Craft Buy Friends on Amazon or IndieBound or Your Favorite Book Seller. ALJ Your essay “Two … Read more