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Sep 28, 20234 min

3 Simple Tips for Writing on Kindle Vella

Hello, everyone! For those who are new here, I'm sure your first question is, "Why should we listen to YOU about how to write on Kindle...

Oct 15, 20209 min

Can an Onion Help You Write a Better Novel? (Introducing, the Plot Onion!)

this newest resource is for fiction-writers who – like me – struggle to keep the big-picture story neatly in mind while writing...

Sep 19, 20203 min

Overcoming Writer's Block

All writers encounter writer's block from time to time. Here are 4 simple techniques to get those words flowing.

Sep 19, 20204 min

Fear: A Writer's Worst Enemy

Many of the reasons writers give for not writing are chiefly motivated by one element: Fear.

Jan 15, 201810 min

Secrets of “Show, Don’t Tell”: What It Really Means and How to Do It Well

A question I'm asked repeatedly: What about “Show, Don’t Tell”? How do I do it? What are the rules?

Dec 29, 201715 min

A 1-Year CHALLENGE to Help You Supercharge Your Writing Career

I often receive comments on how I’ve managed to build an online community around my writing. Here's a step-by-step of how I did that...

Oct 30, 20174 min

What to Do When Writing Sucks

What to do when it suddenly feels like writing sucks and you wonder why you ever decided to do this in the first place.

Oct 25, 20172 min

Should You NaNoWriMo?