Many of this year's Write Nonfiction in November participants are writing memoirs. I don't find this surprising, since so many people want to find meaning in the events of their lives and to share that meaning with others. Additionally, writing about our lives can prove healing, and sometimes ... Read More about 8 Tips for Taking the Psychological Trip of Writing a Memoir
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Are You Ready for the Write Nonfiction in November Challenge?
In just under two weeks, nonfiction writers will take to their keyboards to begin 30 days of work on a new project. Not only will they start that project, they will finish it. Why? Because that's the challenge posed by Write Nonfiction in November (WNFIN). WNFIN, which is both a challenge and a ... Read More about Are You Ready for the Write Nonfiction in November Challenge?
Why Don’t You Start—or Finish—a Writing Project? Answer #2
Today I’m going to tackle another answer to the question, “What stops you from writing—or finishing—a book, e-book or other writing project?” Many of us don’t pursue our writing dreams out of a fear of failure. We feel afraid that we won’t get it right, our work won’t be perfect, we will find ... Read More about Why Don’t You Start—or Finish—a Writing Project? Answer #2
Self-Publishing: Timing Is Everything!
Have you ever considered self-publishing your work? Does the idea of being your own “publisher” sound enticing? Are you frustrated with the traditional publishing world? Do you want to make all the profit on your book—since you will have to do the work promoting it no matter who publishes it? If so, ... Read More about Self-Publishing: Timing Is Everything!
Make Every Word Count When Pitching to Agents or Acquisition Editors
A writer wanting to obtain a literary agent most often has to send an agent a pitch or query letter before ever entering into a conversation about representation. Additionally, if aspiring authors decide to approach publishing houses without literary representation, they must take the same route: ... Read More about Make Every Word Count When Pitching to Agents or Acquisition Editors