Some habits are good for us. Others, not so much. My coffee habit is probably not so great but boy oh boy is it a habit. I have trouble even thinking before a few cups of coffee. Writing habits can be good for you or bad for you as well. Some support productivity and creativity. [...]
RWA (Romance Writers of America) has gone through some wonderful changes over the past year – IMHO. Now members have access to the Romance University and anyone registered for the conference can manage their schedule including agent pitching sessions on the new site – myRWA. If you’re already a member you need to join myRWA [...]
Happy Tuesday! I spent the weekend pouring over about 200 different epublishers and narrowing them down. The following epublishers are: Currently still in business Currently seeking submissions for romance Accepting unagented submissions from new writers I should note that the list doesn’t include erotica only epublishers or Inspirational/Christian only epublishers. That being said, many of [...]
When working on a new story or developing your characters sometimes a token can help. By token I mean something tangible that your character would wear, eat or use. For example a fedora, Peanut M&Ms or maybe they’re addicted to checking their horoscope. Getting into character and creating a consistent persona can be easier if [...]
Morning! I just wanted to give everyone a head’s up. I’m working hard here in my home office on a new giveaway – one I think is going to be extremely beneficial and will really help you get your creative juices flowing. I’ll let you know more in a few days! Until then, happy writing! [...]
Okay, let’s be honest and say that plotting your novel can be tricky. It’s tough to hold onto all the different things that are happening in your novel and it can be difficult to direct it where you want it to go. And for those who plot as they go, aka pantsters, you will inevitably [...]
In honor of this wonderful and romantic holiday I’ve chosen my top ten favorite romance novels of all time: Outlander – Diana Gabaldon – I read this 896 page book on my iPod, yes my tiny little iPod in about three days. Cried my eyes out. If you haven’t read Outlander, I beseech you to [...]
Many published and aspiring romance writers have full and vivid imaginations. It’s part of what makes them successful. However, this vivid imagination can also mean a mind that is overflowing with story ideas. Consider the following five tips or strategies to manage them: #1 Write down your ideas. Whether you use a pen and paper, [...]
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