Wednesday Writing

I know some writers choose their music based on what they’re writing, and choose something different for editing. I prefer silence for both. How about you?

Do you listen to music while you write? Or do you prefer silence or some sort of white noise?

Wednesday Writing

Whether it be books in your genre, or on the subject of your expertise, or blogs on craft or marketing, reading is an important part of writing. What are some of the resources that you think would be valuable for other authors to read?

Writers need to read. What are you reading right now to help your author career? Share your best book of blog recommendations to help other authors find new resources.

Wednesday Writing

Until about two minutes ago, today’s post was going to ask you what books you would recommend for your fellow authors. Then I opened my email, and thought I would share someone else’s recommendations instead. David Gaughran has compiled a list of resources that are only 99 cents each, but …

Wednesday Writing

Do you write in longhand first and then type your manuscript into a computer? Some people say they are more creative that way. What do you think?

A woman about to write in a blank journal. Caption: Do you write longhand first?

Wednesday Writing

In case you haven’t already heard the news, Amazon is starting a new platform for serial stories, called Kindle Vella. To start, it will only be available in the United States, but my guess is that it will expand its reach if it is successful. Readers will be able to …