Regency romance, romantic mysteries, & writing tips too.
Do you find writing fiction challenging? I was chatting with a friend yesterday. She said she freezes up when she wants to write, even though she’s written two novels. She’s desperate, and said: “I don’t know what’s happening to me. I don’t think I’m meant to be a writer… I just can’t write anymore.” If … Read more
Do you hate book marketing? Many authors do. Unfortunately, if we want to publish successfully (so that we sell books), we must do the best we can to get them in front of readers. When it comes to marketing, we’re all different After a couple of decades of promoting my novels, here’s what I’ve learned. … Read more
You’re writing fiction. Perhaps you’re a new writer, or you’ve been writing for years. It doesn’t matter. Whatever your situation, you want to improve your craft. Try these tips. 1. Write, and keep writing Writing’s a muscle. Practice. Set aside time each day to write. Are you putting too much emphasis on “writing”? Please try … Read more
Do you have a writer’s journal? A couple of weeks ago, we discussed the benefits of journaling in our writing group. The benefits have been known for years. However, writers’ journals are a little different. You may have one, or several. I have a bullet journal for every day, but for long projects like books, … Read more
You want to write a novel. Perhaps you’ve already begun. However, you’re struggling. It’s a mess. How will you remember all the details of settings, characters, and your plot’s elements? And more to the point: how will you find what you need immediately, while you’re in the middle of writing? A bullet journal for your … Read more
Are your self-publishing sales slow? If you’re relying solely on Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing, several of our writers’ group members reported that the platform is changing and it’s challenging to make sales. “I’m spending more on ads,” one author reported, “and selling less. I never thought I’d say this, but I’m ready to give up.” … Read more