Last full week of camp nano. I’m nearly 20k away from finishing but it hasn’t been easy. Ever heard of hitting the wall? This phrase is common among runners right before they hit the finish line in a race. This “wall” technically doesn’t exist, but it can play on the mind to where most give up and don’t finish. I’m seeing the same with writing but staying the course is key. Have a listen.
I wanted to do a follow up on the Comparison Game episode. I recently painted a picture this week, and it made me think about what we face as writers. What did I learn? Paint your picture; write your story.
It’s one of my favorite things to write, dialogue. It comes natural to me to write a conversation. So... how do you do that? How do you write strong dialogue? “How to Write Dialogue: 6 Tips for Writing Powerful Dialogue” at thinkwritten.com is mentioned in this episode.
My work in progress for camp nano is coming along. So much so, I wrote a plot twist! How do you write them into your story? Which ones fit best? “10 Simple Tips for Writing Clever Plot Twists” at writersedit.com is mentioned in this episode.
To keep you posted, here’s my process from week 2. I didn’t realize how much I wrote until I checked this past Friday. 12K? I’m still stoked!
Thanks writing community for voting! We’ve been waiting for this topic for a while and I believe it’s long overdue. Should you compare yourself to another writer? I’ve struggled with this too so you’re not alone. What helps me? Have a listen and I hope it encourages you.
I wrote a little over 10K during my first week of camp. How? I have found that there is freedom using my outline. I used to think the opposite, and an outline would put my story in box with no room. I was wrong.
Thank you all who supported Match-Made Christmas’ launch!
Match-Made Christmas is available tomorrow so check your favorite retailers! To celebrate the launch, I have a surprise! As a treat, here are some book launch tips from some amazing people in the writing community! Give them a follow and show your support! Special thanks to Sadie Chelsea, Rachael Bloome, Valencia Stokes, Rebecca Reddell, Emelia Hebert, and Elira Barnes!
A Down Home Christmas by Liz Talley releases today! Hallmark Publishing gave me the opportunity to review this sweet story, so check out my review on Amazon, Goodreads, and Barnes and Noble! Christmas in July is here!
It’s almost here, Match-Made Christmas’ release date! I can’t wait, but I would be lying if I didn’t say I was nervous. True author confessions here.
Camp nano starts again today! Are you ready? I am and I can’t wait to finish my next novel. Also, my first short story will be released tomorrow. Check out For Christmas (The Morgan Sisters) at channillo.com
On July 6, 2019 Match-Made Christmas releases! This is my first attempt at a book launch. While there may not one for every book, I want to see how it goes. My best tip on having one so far, find what works best for you and tweak whatever you need to. Tune in to hear what I’ll be doing the day of the release!
For Christmas in July, I will have short stories available! Yes, they will be Christmas themed. Visit channillo.com for more info if you’re looking for another digital publishing platform. Subscribe to Channilllo if you’d like to read my short stories.
Camp Nano is back for July! Are you signed up for the month? I decided to try again and I’m with my cabin mates from before, along with a few new ones. How do I feel this time around? My goal for this project? Have a listen. www.campnanowrimo.org
So... you have an outline with acts one through three. Each scene has 1-2 sentences for where it’s going, and you’re set to go. You’re ready to write, right? How do you transfer your outline to a chapter or scene of 1-2K words? How do you go from a 14 page outline (mine) to 90K? Trust me when I say I have searched this out and all I saw was how to outline. Not much on this topic unless I missed something. Even I can’t give you a concrete answer since every writer is different. However, I will sh...
Today’s topic is what I’ve been dealing with, so it’s for both of us. Remember, no matter how short or long it takes to write your manuscript, it’ll come. I’ve had to remind myself of this since words have moved slow for me these last few weeks—as in only 83-475 words in the last few weeks. Today, I wrote a little over 3K! What to do when the words won’t come? Have a listen.
Only two more weeks before Match-Made Christmas releases! Here’s a behind the scenes the story. Meet Adrienne Fields and Trace Carson! Go to dariawhite.com to pre-order!
Here’s another update from booksprout.co ARC giveaways! 4 out of 5 star average for Match-Made Christmas! Looking for reviews? I do recommend Booksprout as one avenue to get book reviews. Have a listen.
Here’s another one for you writing community! Thanks for your votes. Discouragement. It hits us all in one way or another. I hope this episode encourages you. All I can do is share my experiences. Remember, you’re not alone.
Fictionary and ProWritingAid were recently bundled. I chose to invest in both for a year. Have a listen to hear about both. prowritingaid.com and fictionary.co are mentioned in this episode.
Wanted to give you all a quick update. So... last time I told you about story origin, I had 17 new subscribers. I now have 96!!! The promotion just began. Wow! storyoriginapp.com is mentioned in this episode.
So... I signed up to be a book reviewer for Hallmark Publishing. I honestly forgot about it until they emailed me with a FREE book! I finished Teri Wilson’s newest release, Love at the Shore. If you haven’t checked out the movie be sure to do so. Super cute! My review will be posted this week! Official release date for the book is June 11th!
Story Origin is a marketing tool that can be used for free delivery of your books and email list building. You can integrate your existing mailing list, newsletter swap, universal book links, group giveaways, and more! I’ve already gained 17 new subscribers to my newsletter! Check them out at storyoriginapp.com
You’re either writing or editing. Which one are you? I’m the latter. Have a listen.
Another behind the scenes with upcoming Wish for Love! Meet Leah Morris and Cole Parsons. Here’s a sneak peek into their goals, motivations, and personalities.
Time for another pep talk. Thank you writing community for voting! Confidence as a writer won so let’s get to it.
So you’re writing a story, but then another one takes over. You’re so close to finishing the first one but the second story pops up. Or maybe you had both in mind so you set one aside, but now the first one is coming back to you. Sound familiar? I’m dealing with it right now. What do you do when you lose focus with one story and start another one? Have a listen.
It’s so simple, but yet we forget the simple things. Having trouble with your story? Well... when was the last time you thought about it? Have a listen.
Another way to get your name out there as a writer is to guest post on blogs! Be willing to offer something of value to fellow authors whether it’s information, tips, or services. We all have something to contribute so never feel like to you have to know it all. I’ve learned so much in my own writing journey, and I don’t mind sharing what I’ve learned. That being said, I’ll be guest blogging on fellow writer Elira Barnes’ blog in June! Look for the hashtag #BloggingWithElira to support fellow wr...
