The Value of a Strong Introduction

The journalism professor was passing out a few hints on writing. “A good introduction,” he explained, “is highly important. Always remember the young man who, desiring to marry Angus McPherson’s comely daughter, opened his interview, ‘Sir, I’d like to show you how I can save you some money.’ “”  ~The Christian Science Monitor Share This:

So, You Want to Write a Book?

  Are you one of those people who has a book inside of you? Have you started writing it any number of time, but just can’t seem to get it done? Here are some ideas that might let you succeed. Share This:

Finding Time to Write

This is a common concern of some authors. How do I work my job, spend time with my family, enjoy some just-relaxing time, and still find time to write? Here are some ideas. Share This:

Visual Storytelling

Visual storytelling can add dimension to an author’s text, by using images to enhance or illustrate the words. It’s a powerful, direct way to convey information. This is true for both fiction and non-fiction. Share This:

Writing is Rewriting

Rewriting is the essence of writing well— where the game is won or lost. ~ William Zinsser The first draft of your book is done on a blank slate, where the important thing is to get your ideas and thoughts down on paper (real or virtual). Even if you started with an outline, it’s almost

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Are You Thinking About Writing a Book?

Many people think that they have a book inside them. While writing a book can be personally rewarding, it can also boost the perception of you as an expert. This can contribute to your marketing and sales plan, and it can help create extra revenue — perhaps less directly from book sales, but using it

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Beating Writer’s Block

Writer’s block happens, occasionally, to almost all authors. The creative juices slow down to a trickle or just stop. Inspiration seems to vanish. The writer may be distracted by other events or some adverse condition, or may be under some personal pressure or stress. The block may last for a few hours or, worse, for

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