Plenty of Time to Write, But No Book in Sight “You haven’t written a book, but you are a writer.” By Ann V. Klotz As the head of a school, my writing happened in those spaces in between. Sure, I did plenty of writing as a school le…

Finally it's time to write your book. On putting away the 'buts' by @AnnKlotz at @dintywmoore.bsky.social brevity.wordpress.com/2026/04/10/p... #writingcommunity #authorlife #writinglife

Writing Inspiration: New location, new ideas Try writing in a new location. Even if your current writing spot is perfect for you, sometimes a change in scenery can ignite your creativity and productivity in surprising ways. If you always…

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Writing Prompt: Try a New Genre Suffering from writer’s block or need to add some spunk to your writing? The problem may be that you need to change up your routine. To that end, try this tip: Select a genre that you usually …

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Self-publishing social media and marketing for authors got me like..... oh brother, does it ever get any easier?

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P.S. I 100% agree with your crystal ball theory that novellas will be the next big trend. Especially as MG and YA readers (who are wanting shorter and shorter books) age up into adult books.

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Tonight, the @chicagonorthrw.bsky.social put super agent @ericsmithrocks.bsky.social in the hot seat to answer all our burning publishing industry questions. Thank you, Eric!

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Learn How to Self-publish with a ‘Tester Book’ No doubt about it, self-publishing is a formidable task – you’re editing, designing book covers, laying out the text in both paperback and multiple ebook formats, and marketing yourself. And t…

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I'd love to thank @authorsguild.org for shining a Member Spotlight on me and my book's release TOMORROW from @freespiritbooks.bsky.social! #asthma #writingcommunity #picturebook #picturebooks #disability #disabilitybooks #authorlife #kidlit #pb #books #space

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I know I say this a lot, but this chapter I'm working on is such a tear jerker 😭 to be working on the ending I've had planned for a year is just so ayaaaah #writingcommunity #fantasy #authorlife #AMWriting

Today's #MotivationalMonday quote

How could you use this quote to get started with this week?

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Making a Fool of Myself (and Writing Anyway) - Roger Hyttinen Author I keep a little quote taped above my desk. It’s not fancy. The paper is curling at the edges, and […]

Ever feel like you’re just making a fool of yourself?

In my latest blog post, I talk about why the risk of looking silly is the secret to honest writing. It’s not always pretty, but it’s always worth it.

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Avoid using real product names in story If thinking about using names of real products in your story, you may want to reconsider. Why?Product names date the manuscript. Soap, for example has been around a long time (and hopefully will be…

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Over-editing can drain your energy and delay progress. One way to break the cycle is to set clear milestones with your editor—and hand the project over when you reach them. Progress matters more than perfection. 💚

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Tips For Authors And Writers By Saint Pen🦋

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Had the best time at @boydsmills.bsky.social last week surrounded by kidlit creators, good food, the flora and fauna of the Pocono Mt, and inspiration! Perfect place to make headway on my #PB #WIP. #amwriting #amrevising #kidlit #authorlife

......If the protagonist isn't struggling with a concept right now the reader won't care about its history.

The Fix: Use "Micro-Dosing", introduce details only when they become a barrier to the character's immediate goal.

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Phantom Watch Pre-Order Launch Event on Kickstarter

There are very good Signed 1st Edition offers and bundles still available.

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5 Tips to Encourage and Motivate Writers • Visualize your story• Apply some techniques • When you are creative? • Collect great quotations • Volunteer your skills 

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Paying the Writer A blog about my novels, my non-fiction and plays, and the daily life of a writer in the beautiful Scottish lowlands

All too often, writers are expected to work for nothing, not even expenses. This isn't right. @catherineczerkawska www.catherineczerkawska.co.uk/2026/04/payi...? #writingcommunity #writinglife #authorlife #publishing

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Every page was written to build something deeper than just suspense. Knowing it left a lasting impression—and made readers think beyond the story—is the most rewarding part of all.

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Writing a good book is like painting a picture — every word a brushstroke, every silence a color.
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What is an ASIN (And Other Useful Things to Know) Writers new to self-publishing often run into the abbreviation ASIN and find themselves confused. Is it the same as an International Standard Book Number (ISBN)? Does one need an ISBN if you h…

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