Tag: writer
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An ebook from start to finish
…So, let’s start with writing platforms – Most of you are probably going to use Google Docs, Word, or Scrivener. I know there are other platforms out there, but these are ones I’ve used and that I get the most questions on. Whatever platform you’re in, you’ll make your life much easier if you format… Read more
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Tips for Writing the Page Turning Thriller
…Make characters that readers care about and don’t want bad things to happen to them – and bring in subplots. I have a lot of characters in my books and that helps to create subplots because every character has their own goals and those goals don’t mesh with each other which creates subplots. When you’re writing… Read more
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Use ARC Readers to Reach Best Selling Lists
…First, you want a cover and blurb that makes readers want to read your story. You also want to create rules for your reviewers. There are a few ways to do this but generally, you’re giving them your book or story for free, prior to it being published. Then you want to encourage them to… Read more
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How to get Book Reviews
…Goodreads Giveaways. I choose an ebook giveaway because it’s easier. The standard package is $119. I’ve heard that the premium package isn’t really worth the additional cost. The Goodreads Giveaway gives your ebook to 100 people. The pro with Goodreads is that in my case over 500 users put my book on their to read… Read more
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You Don’t Have to Write Every Day
…Ever had a gym buddy? Someone to meet you at the gym and make sure you work out? Well, it also helps to have a writing buddy. Whether that’s a group of writers or just a friend to meet online or in person and work on your own stories. Another time tip is to put… Read more
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How to Write Better
… if I can be an multi award-winning author, than you can do this too. And I really love what one of my editors had to share about this. Jim of Daddy Wags Editing said, “So what if you don’t know where the commas are supposed to go or if you don’t know the difference… Read more
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The Ten Steps to Self-Publishing
…you want to look for a cover artist. There’s a lot of talk out there about what covers work best for sales. keep this simple I would just say look at the covers that are out there for the best selling books in your genre. Obviously don’t copy them but see if you can find… Read more
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How to be an Organized Writer
I create electronic folders for all my book information – and make sure to label everything – In my folder for Toy of the Gods – ebook cover, paperback cover, your blurb, any social media images, version of the book (ebook and or print – amazon and or other locations) Scrivener keeps my research organized.… Read more