Hello, writers! Hannah here. This week, Desiree Villena, a writer with Reedsy, is sharing five tools for indie authors. You can learn more about Desiree at the end of this post. Almost everyone has, at some point in their life, dreamt of writing a book — but few actually follow through and do it. Why?…
As we inch ever closer to the start of NaNoWriMo 2020, you might be feeling anxious about the start of this year’s event. It can be especially nerve-wracking if this is your first year attempting the NaNoWriMo challenge. I already shared twelve steps to prepare for NaNoWriMo, but I’d like to share a few more…
Are you ever trying to write, but you keep getting distracted by Instagram or needing to find the perfect playlist for your scene? Or maybe you’re just finding it hard to focus one day. I think we’re all been there! I certainly have, especially during NaNoWriMo. It’s almost like my brain knows I need to…
Though the ends of scenes and chapters may line up, how can you play with the structure of your novel to keep readers turning the page? Hannah and Leah discuss the difference between scenes and chapters and how you can use this knowledge to your advantage. You can also find more information about scenes and…
It’s that time of year again–it’s almost November! As we head into October and pre-NaNoWriMo season, you might be thinking about joining in on this year’s writing fun. (Or, if you’re reading this in spring or summer, you might be thinking about Camp NaNo!) NaNoWriMo can be fun, but it can also be a little…
Simply put, your writing voice is your writing style and what makes your work unique to you. But how do you find your voice, and once you do, how do you refine it? Be sure to follow us on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And if you enjoy the show, please…
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