What are your comfort books, books you can read again and again, that foster and rekindle your desire to write?
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Eating and Reading
Eating and reading are two activities that can bring us comfort and joy, which can go hand-in-hand and foster a new appreciation for the other.
Author Envy
Do you have author envy? Which author’s career would you most like to have as your own? What lessons can you take from their journey to apply to your own writing life?
Write What You Know
Do you agree with the adage “Write what you know”? What does this seemingly simple sentence mean? And what are the implications for writers?
14 Writerly Blogs
Writers are inquisitive people, they are curious. Not only do they love to write, but they have a thirst for knowledge – they love to learn. Added to this, they are driven and self-reflective, always looking for ways to improve their writing. It is not surprising, therefore, that there are so many writerly advice blogs that offer tips and support to writers of all kinds. Here are my top 14 writerly blogs.
Writer Toolbox
What is in your writer toolbox? Do you write longhand? What kind of pen do you use? Do you use a computer, laptop, table? What writing software do you use?
Author Blogs
Writers love to…well, write, so it’s not surprising that author blogs are some of the best. Why? Simple: writers know how to create engaging content. Here are ten great author blogs which are regularly updated and full of great content.
Lips Touch by Laini Taylor
Literary Agent
The hard work does not end once a manuscript is written, getting a book published takes commitment, persistence and determination. Being represented by a literary agent might be the path you want to take, but finding the right agent can take time.
Top Character Posts
Developing strong characters is central to writing engaging stories. Last year I did a lot of writing about how to develop characters. Here are my top character posts to help you develop your characters. Continue reading