Announcing:  Finish The Book!TM the 12-week customizable Book Writing Program Dear Writers and Future Published authors, Did you know that the world is waiting to hear from you? What story is locked inside of you that is screaming to be told? What message do you want to give the world that could change or save [...]

So you’re sitting in front of the computer with a spectacular idea forming in the back of your mind for the next great book. And, your publisher wants something, now. Is it possible to truly write a book in as little as 3 ½ days? The answer is yes. If you take a few moments [...]

Like it or not, Twitter is a phenomenon that is a part of everyday existence. Many people use it as a way to remain updated on their family, friends and interests, or share small pieces of information with the world. But for authors, Twitter provides a great place for resources, either for information, inspiration or [...]

Writing can be extremely rewarding, and extremely challenging. For some, the most challenging aspect of writing is getting enough quality material down on paper in a limited amount of time. If you’re concerned about meeting your publisher’s deadlines or you are afraid of losing your inspiration, here are a few ways to get your book [...]

You spend your week working a full-time job. You’re good at what you do, but you know in your heart that what you would really like to do is make a living as an author. It’s a wonderful dream, and one that is obtainable for many people. Most people who have this dream start small, [...]

Writing is truly a unique art form. A good author must be part psychologist, part poet, part conversationalist, a powerful observer, and a talented story weaver—all rolled into one person. While writing may come in many different genres and styles, the general practice of writing can be divided into seven secrets. Once you know how [...]

You’re finally sitting at your computer, creating your first novel. You’re a little worried, and you’re wondering what mistakes you’re  making. After all, you’ve made the decision to make writing novels your life, and if you’re like other writers you’re probably somewhat of a perfectionist. Here are some of the common mistakes that you should [...]

Everyone has heard the saying “practice makes perfect.” The idea is that the more you do something, the better you will become at it. Writing is no exception. The more you practice the art and skill of writing prose, the better your words will sound, and the easier it will become to get your ideas [...]

One of the most notable obstacles for writers, especially ones specializing in fiction writing, is the creation of characters. These integral parts of the story can either make or break the success of the whole story. If you’re looking for a few techniques for creating some memorable characters, keep reading. Technique # 1: Ask Some [...]

Many aspiring authors start writing a novel, but very few actually finish. Why? Are they afraid of failure so keep re-writing every paragraph? Did they bite off more than they could chew? Did “life” just get in the way? Don’t let your novel become the dusty stack shoved in a drawer of forgotten dreams. Use [...]