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5 Things to Know About Writing as a Business

5 Things to Know About Writing as a Business   Commercial publishing is a business.  You can be a wonderful person who is kind to animals and always pays your bills on time, and still not get any traction.  Don’t take it personally. Persevere. There are writers who have great success by following exactly none […]

Writing Tips: 5 Tips for Building a Page-Turner

Writing Tips: 5 Tips for Building a Page-Turner   Recently I was a panelist at a conference for writers and readers. The four authors on stage were supposed to share, with a hotel conference room full of fans and aspiring writers, tips for keeping readers turning the pages. How does an author construct a plot […]