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You want to write a novel, but you can’t get started. One idea after another catches fire, but then you discard them. They’re mediocre and you want a great idea. Here’s the thing… When you write a novel, you mustn’t wait for a great idea Anything will do; even just an image. For example, a … Read more
A friend told me that faith journaling helped her, so I decided to try this practice because something was missing from my life. The journal helped. Over weeks and months, I found that I was less anxious and much more content. If the thought of a faith journal intrigues you, try the practice. Not only … Read more
Do you wish that writing fiction could be easier? You begin a novel or short story; you’re excited. Inspiration flows. Within a few short days, or even hours, your inspiration ends. Convinced that you’ve made a mistake, you wait for better ideas. Maybe you aren’t meant to be an author… Avoid the big trap when … Read more
You want to write short fiction, and you have a vital question—how many words do I need? This topic came up in a recent writers’ group meeting. We all had questions about this because when you write fiction, deciding on length before you start writing is vital: your structure depends on it. Before I began … Read more
You’re self-publishing your next (or first) novel. This gives you immense freedom, but it can be daunting. As endless fiction floods into bookstores, it’s a challenge to get noticed and sell. A friend told me recently that she’s in a sales slump. She said: “I’m spending more time advertising than writing. Self-publishing is too hard … Read more
Marketing fiction is a challenge. New authors are disappointed with their sales. Established authors struggle to find readers. What about you? If you feel that times are tough, take heart. Focus on expanding your readership, reader by reader. You can do it. On the other hand, you may be sabotaging yourself: what if you hate … Read more