Authors love to chat about whether they’re a plotter or pantser. It’s an enlightening topic that pulls back the curtain to see how novels make the journey from idea to bookshelf. Do you start your book by plotting out the scenes? Once you have a solid outline from opening image, through the various acts and […]
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Advice From Pros: Andrea Kiliany Thatcher with Smith Publicity, Inc.
Andrea Kiliany Thatcher is the Publicity Manager for books and authors in the arts and entertainment field with Smith Publicity, Inc., a full-services publicity firm for authors and publishers. With experience working for publishing houses, magazines, and booksellers, Andrea as a wealth of publishing industry experience to her credit. Passionate about author success, Andrea is […]
The Importance of Editing
You either have a “love it” or “hate it” relationship with editing. I used to despise the process, but after getting into creative writing, I enjoy it. While I don’t like editing my non-fiction work, fiction editing somehow “feels” different to me. But still, I’m no editor, and yes, some of my emails are cringe worthy. But I […]
Developing Your Craft
People are born with raw talent every single day. They’re blessed at birth to share their gifts with the world. But even the most genius of individuals must continually develop their craft. At the age of fifteen, Leonardo Da Vinci became an apprentice of painter and sculpture Andrea del Verrocchio of Florence so he could […]
Book Craft with Dineen Miller
Dineen Miller is an award-winning graphic designer and book cover artist. She’s worked in graphic design and advertising for over thirty-five years and the publishing industry for close to twenty of those. Her favorite projects are the ones that challenge her to learn new skills and refine her existing ones. Meet Dineen… What is your […]
Author Q&A with Dan Albaum
Dan Albaum is an accomplished marketing leader with experience launching new products and driving world-class results in global technology companies including Verizon Wireless, Cisco and Honeywell as well as in the Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) and non-profit space. He is passionate about having a servant leader mindset in enabling teams to create more impact by building […]
Writer’s Corner: Pantser’s Guide to Plotting
I can’t tell you how many blogs and articles I’ve read about how “pantsers” need to become “plotters” to write a novel. Well, I disagree, and I agree all the same. Talk about sitting on the fence. But seriously, I see the benefits in sitting on the fence and effectively walking the line versus picking […]
Rohan and Nyra and Big Sister’s Bet
This unique, rhyming, picture book by Anthony C. Delauney and illustrated by Chiara Civati shares the story of a special bond between a boy and his big sister. Rohan is thrilled when his sister arrives and brings him a gift—a football. Excited to play with his new toy, Rohan takes his sister Nyra up on […]
Author Q&A With Julia A. Nicholson
Julia A. Nicholson is a former CEO, executive leadership expert, business consultant, and adjunct professor of business who has excelled for decades as an industry-leading visionary on governance, strategic planning, team building, and executive performance. But she has also faced an inordinate amount of adversity in her life. In the span of 15 years, she […]
The Power of Discipline: How to Use Self Control and Mental Toughness to Achieve Your Goals
When it comes to mastering discipline, there are tons of resources to support your journey, both on the web and on the bookshelves. But if you’re serious about getting things done, this success book by Daniel Walter is one you should consult. “People shouldn’t be afraid of failure they should be scared of regret.” Along […]