Many writers and authors get stuck. They’re uncertain what they need to do to get their books in the hands of publishers and onto readers. Sometimes it’s lack of motivation, other times, it’s getting sidelined by rejections. That’s where coaching comes in. Working with a book coach, helps authors overcome mental and physical barriers along […]
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Writer’s Corner: How a Literary Agent Has Your Back
You’ve written a best-selling book. Now what? The first thing you’ll probably do is shop it around to publishers that specialize in your genre. Seems logical. But as you get ready to pitch your book you quicky discover that most publishing houses “accept agented queries only.” And this is for a reason. Literary agents are […]
Author Q&A with Alexis A. Goring
Alexis A. Goring is a writer at heart and journalist by profession. She loves the storytelling process, including everything from interviewing people for news media and faith-based publications to writing the story, editing the story, and publishing the story. Alexis is an author of Inspirational Romance fiction stories and nonfiction devotionals that inspire the heart. […]
Author Q&A with Jeri Westerson
Author of medieval mysteries, noir tales and paranormal must-reads, Jeri Westerson did not set out to be an author. She had the acting bug and as a creative artist, she pursued her creative passions in Los Angeles. But when she had a baby, she decided writing would not only be a great way to be […]
Kicking and Screaming: A Memoir of Madness and Martial Arts
We all have our unique ways of coping with setbacks. But when things spiral out of control, it can be challenging and, in some cases, seemingly impossible to fight your way back to some semblance of normalcy. But that’s exactly what Melanie D. Gibson did—fight her way back. Entrenched in a string of unhealthy relationships, […]
Why I Write Book Reviews
A while back I was discussing my journey and passions with a very successful author. She was quite surprised to learn that I don’t profit from my Books Uplift site. Interesting. I understand and respect that many authors have a platform for blogging and writing that helps grow their brand and followers. That’s outstanding and […]
10 Exciting Writing Spots to Refresh Your Inner Muse
If you’re reading this right now, you may well be suffering from cabin fever after working from home for upwards of a year. We’ve all felt the restlessness that comes with independent remote working at some point, especially as writer—whether you’re an author self-publishing your book, a student in online school, or a professional working […]
Author Q&A With Luisana Duarte Armendáriz
Luisana Duarte Armendáriz is a children’s book author that hails from Ciudad Juárez, México, the most fabulous and beautiful border city in the world (Juan Gabriel’s words, not hers). Luisana has had a love affair with literature since she was a little girl. She loved going to the libraries in El Paso, TX, even though […]
Author Q&A With Renée Rosen
Renée Rosen is the bestselling author of Park Avenue Summer, Windy City Blues, White Collar Girl, What the Lady Wants and Dollface. She’s also the author of Every Crooked Pot, a YA novel published in 2007. Most people discover their love of reading first and then decide to try writing. For Renée Rosen, it was […]
Author Q&A with Joanne Hale
Author Joanne Hale describes herself as the kid in school with a book in one hand and in the other a notebook and pen. And even as an adult this hasn’t changed much. In her writing, as in life, she invites you in and takes you on the journey. Meet Joanne. You’re an author, but […]