Published on May 17, 2019
diversify your writing income, storytelling, writing career advice

It was one of those days when the Muse refused to appear. Nothing I wrote was right! Sitting before my keyboard, I struggled with writer’s block, staring blankly at the nearest wall. Suddenly, a picture frame on that wall came into focus and I read the caption beneath the photo of an antique typewriter: “Write […]
Published on May 17, 2019
editing, writing career advice

Here are five ways clients can leave you, and how to detect it in advance.
Published on May 17, 2019
Print on demand, promotional pitfalls, self-publishing, storytelling, traditional publishing, writing career advice

I vehemently disagree with the agent that a book won’t sell simply because it’s a memoir.
Published on May 3, 2019
diversify your writing income, promoting your writing, writing career advice, writing tips

I have earned thousands of dollars over the years through my award-winning blog and it has made a big difference in my bottom line.You can, too, with a little innovation, information, and inspiration.
Published on May 3, 2019
diversify your writing income, write that book, writing career advice

Add to your income stream by writing curricular materials for corporate trainers.
Published on May 3, 2019
copyrights, writing career advice

I’ve emailed ASCAP, and Sony, who owns the publishing rights, for permission and no one has gotten back to me…
Published on April 26, 2019
copyrights, legal, self-publishing, traditional publishing, writing career advice

If something goes awry in the government database (which is a question of when, not if), someone searching for your pseudonym could find your home or mailing address, put two and two together…
Published on April 26, 2019
copyrights, Invasion of Privacy, legal, libel, self-publishing, storytelling, traditional publishing, writing career advice

Don’t be Karen! Research publishing laws BEFORE writing that book!
Published on April 26, 2019
book marketing, self-publishing, traditional publishing, write that book, writing career advice

Surprising my fans and followers with unannounced book releases keeps them riveted and improves my sales.
Published on April 25, 2019
promoting your writing, promotional pitfalls, writing career advice, writing tips

There are some things you want to avoid if you don’t want an editor reaching for the DELETE button right away. Here’s how to ensure editors READ your queries.