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Time Blocking Tips And Princess Trivia – A Tale Of 2 Interviews
I love doing interviews on podcasts and YouTube channels for readers and writers. Below, you can find out more about my two latest conversations and how to listen in. Could you use some time management tips? Then be sure to check out my interview on the Author Your...
Editing And Formatting For Authors Free Workshop Replay @AuthorEncounter
Last weekend, I was honored to participate in an Editing and Formatting for Authors panel discussion organized by my friends Nan and Bethany at The Author Encounter. This event was part of The Author Encounter's Indie Author Day. I was joined by freelance editor Deb...
Behind The Rewrite With Maureen Fisher: 5 Steps To Revising A Mystery Novel @AuthorMaureen
Hi, my name is Maureen Fisher. As a guest blogger on Behind the Rewrite, I’m delighted to share my editing experience at Stacy Juba’s competent hands. After reading Stacy’s 10-page edit summary of Deadly Thanksgiving (A Senior Sleuth Mystery - Book 2), I realized I’d...
Behind The Rewrite With C.E Flores: Revisions Inspired By Free Editing Class
Today's Behind the Rewrite meant a lot to me as author C.E. Flores made her revisions after taking my free editing class, Line Editing Made Simple: 5 Days to More Polished Pages. If you haven't gone through the course, be sure to sign up. And if you took it a long...
Behind The Rewrite With Amber Lambda: 5 Fiction Editing Techniques
It's always fascinating to see what goes into the rewrite process. I'm delighted to welcome Amber Lambda, who shares five changes she made to her YA fantasy novel, Halos. Below, Amber, describes the fiction editing techniques she used when revising her book. ***...
Behind the Rewrite With Stacy Juba: Rewriting An Old Manuscript
As a freelance developmental editor, I often send long editorial letters and suggest major rewrites. When clients are discouraged, I remind them that I'm an author, too, and can relate to difficult rewrites. However, I'm not entirely sure they believe me! So, I'm...
3 Free Tools For Authorpreneurs: Build Your Indie Author Empire
Many authors think of themselves as artists or creatives, and that's definitely true, however, they are also entrepreneurs. In the literary world, we call them authorpreneurs. Your book is a product. If you want it to to sell, you need a solid business plan and an...
Improve Your Skills With These Free Grammar Resources
 I've found some wonderful free grammar resources to share from my friend Ellen at Grammar Lion, which you'll find listed below. As a freelance developmental editor and line editor, I work with a lot of writers. Many of them have problems with grammar and...
Self-Editing Tips For The Indie Author Podcast Interview @lkhillbooks
Do you know you need editing, but are worried about how you're going to afford it? Would you love to do a lot of it yourself, but know you have blinders on when it comes to your own work and that self-editing may not be your strong suit? Never fear! Recently, my...
Free Time Management For #Writers 5-Day Challenge #Writing
Could you use some time management tips? Then you're invited to check out my free 5-day Time Management for Writers challenge. Every day from Thursday, June 17 through Monday, June 21, I'll be giving my followers a small challenge on Facebook and Instagram. It will be...
New Time Management For Writers Course – Includes Bonuses
I’m so excited! My brand new course, called Time Management Blueprint for Writers: Transform Your Life and Finish Your Book, is now available. This self-paced, comprehensive course will guide you through the process of organizing your life one step at a time so that...
Free Facebook Ads For Authors Introduction With @MDCooperAuthor
Have you been wondering whether it's worth your time and money to run Facebook ads for your books? My friend Malorie Cooper of The Writing Wives has volunteered to visit my Shortcuts for Writers Facebook group to lead a short introductory workshop. This free...
How Can Authors Use Military Tropes? Join The Blog Hop @AuthorEncounter)
I'm participating in a blog hop and scavenger hunt hosted by my friends at The Author Encounter. I love how it's devoted to military tropes. Crafting military fiction, whether it’s romance, fantasy, mystery, or any other genre mix, isn’t easy. Each story has unique...
Free Workshop: How To Promote Your Book With Podcasts With @irenegabelnick
Are you an author who could use some publicity for your book? Irene Gabelnick will lead the live workshop, How to Promote Your Book with Podcasts: the Fastest Way to Get Radio and Podcast Interviews, on April 29 at 11 a.m. EST. This special event will be held in my...
Free Crime Writers Week For Mystery, Suspense, And Thriller Authors – April 19-23
Please note that this post contains affiliate links. If you write mystery, suspense, or thrillers (or just love to read them!), then you'll want to check out ProWritingAid's free Crime Writer’s Week scheduled for April 19-23. Whether you're crafting a police...
