Rules for Writing Good Fiction
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In the most recent New Yorker, Teddy Wayne wrote an article called “Eight Rules for Writing Fiction.” Wayne’s rules got me thinking of my own personal version of his eight rules.
The Truth about Book Readings
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Writers are Thieves--When Do They Go Too Far?
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When writing the fiction of violence, Katrin Schumann finds that there are no easy answers about how to get it right. This article first appeared in CrimeReads.
Countdown to Launch!
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What's it's really like for authors in the months before launching a new book into the marketplace?
Your #1 Secret Weapon: Writing Communities
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Building a supportive network takes time and courage. It's worth starting to cultivate community early on, even if your instinct or your preference is to work alone. This post first appeared on Jane Friedman. (Photo credit Eden Project Communities on Foter.com / CC BY)
Starting from Scratch: Staring Down the Blank Screen
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What happens when, after a long time writing and editing, you once again find yourself at the beginning of an entirely new project?
When Stumbling on a Book Can Change Your LIfe
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When finding an inspiring book gives you courage to keep going with your own nutty ideas.
Tips on Getting Those Dreaded 'Blurbs' for Your Book
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Does it influence you when a writer you admire endorses a book you're considering buying? For most readers, seeing killer blurbs from known names can make the difference.
Twenty Tips from Published Writers
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Top tips from writers who've been there and done that.
Seven Surprises for Debut Authors
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We make all sorts of assumptions about what it will be like to actually become published authors for the first time. I know that I was in the dark about so much--for example, I had no idea what marketing would entail and I had almost no understanding about realistic sales numbers and what constitutes "success."
Dealing with Copy Edits--the Dreaded Past Perfect!
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The final stages before book publication involve copyediting (and then proofreading). It's your last chance to make changes before your writing goes public. What can you do at this stage to assure your book stays true to your unique vision and style?
Do Authors Have Influence in Designing their Book Covers?
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Getting to Grips with a Big Revision of Your Novel
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How the Hell Does Creativity Work?
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One Argument, Two Books, a Magazine Article and a TV Show: How the Hell Does Creativity Work?
How to be a Successful Novelist in 38 Easy Steps
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No one really knows what it takes to be a novelist. Here's a peek behind the scenes.
Lessons on Writing, from the Sweat Lodge
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Tips on Attending Writers Conferences
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