Alison McGregor is the author of the award-winning Growing Up Antoinette picture book series for young readers. Hailing from Innisfil, Ontario, Canada, Alison chose to see the world anew from her mother’s perspective and began her writing journey with her book series regaling her mother’s world adventures growing up. If she couldn’t physically travel during […]
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How to Build an Author Platform
I’m no expert in this area. So, now you’re probably wondering why you should continue reading this blog. Well, bear with me. And let me start with a backstory. I built and ran a successful business for sixteen years. I did this all on my own and was so successful that I had two competitors […]
Author Q&A with Matthew Donald
After first winning a writing contest at age six, Matthew Donald made it his lifelong goal to write a bunch of books and release them upon the world. He graduated from the University of Northern Colorado in 2014 with a B.A. in English and Creative Writing, and he has published three sequels to Megazoic among […]
THIS Writer’s Guide to Rejection
I can’t imagine an author who hasn’t felt the sting of rejection. And I’m certain every author that blogs has addressed the topic. So, now it’s my turn. Yes, I’m certainly no stranger to rejection. I can’t tell you how many rejection letters and emails I’ve received over the years. But I’ve had a few […]
Author Q&A With Anne Marie Bennett
Author Anne Marie Bennett survived two cancer journeys. After undergoing a mastectomy and several more rounds of chemo, she accepted this second journey as the wake-up call that she believes her ‘spirit’ meant it to be. At the age of 55, she found herself face to face once again with her mortality, and this time […]
5 Tips for Writing Stories that Give People Hope
In times of personal and global struggle, the authors who dare to publish stories of hope are heroes in their own ways. Their inspiring tales motivate us by bringing levity to our often dark and challenging reading lists. If you’re looking to add your name to the canon of uplifting storytellers, here are five tips […]
Writer’s Corner: Resources for Developing Character Archetypes
A reader doesn’t need to like all the characters in your book, but they want to understand what makes them tick. They want to learn more about them. They want to know what motivates them. They want to follow them on their journey. They want to see them evolve and realize their arc. And when […]
When I Finally Called Myself a “Writer”
While my full-time job is not in the writing world, thankfully, it does provide a plethora of options to scratch this creative itch—writing books, articles, and posts. But here I am, in my side hustle as “a creative writer.” Yes, I have had some luck getting published, but it was long before that success that […]
Writer’s Corner: Is “New Adult” Still a Thing?
Young Adult book sales have soared over the past two decades, probably because they appeal to a wide range of readers, from tweens to octogenarians. While authors in this genre typically target ages twelve to eighteen, they capture a much broader and older audience. And with the category being vast in topics and audience, a […]
Writer’s Corner: Tips For Writing a Great Author’s Bio
Every element of your book submission needs to be on point. From the pitch to the query to the bio and the book. Of course, your story is your primary driver, but remember, readers also like to engage with the author. They’re curious about you and your background, and they are interested in learning what […]