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
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
If you’re a new author, developing a self-publishing business is a challenge. Not only do you need to be creative, but you’re also faced with learning new things every day. In a recent writers’ group meeting, we welcomed a new member. “He’s just about ready to give up,” the member who’d brought him along explained. … Read more
Are you writing a book? In a recent writers’ group meeting, we looked at common startup hassles that authors experience with a book-length project. “I start out great. Then I feel as if I have no idea what I’m doing, and I give up,” one author said. “I’ve got three novels I’ve started.” Several other … Read more
In a recent writers’ group meeting, we discussed blogging, and whether it was a waste of time. Is blogging dead? Can you use it to market your books, and earn an income? “I’d love to do more with my blog,” a member admitted. “I get a little traffic, mostly to a couple of posts. I … Read more