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Royal F*ckup is the second book in the Panthera Chronicles paranormal romance series by Alexa Ryder. For more information on the book, click the link below to see the listing on Amazon.

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I’m taking off my ‘editor’ cap and putting m I’m taking off my ‘editor’ cap and putting my ‘writer’ one on for today’s post. I’m happy to report that I surpassed my Camp NaNoWriMo goal! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #CampNanoOrNot20 Day 31: Results ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I ‘won’ Camp NaNo on July 20th. It’s been almost two weeks since then, and I’ve been taking a break from my fiction writing before I work on my revisions plan.  ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And yes, I totally printed out my winner’s certificate! The frame I had on hand is a little small, but it’s nice to add this achievement to my office! Celebrate your wins big and small, friends. 🤗🥂 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Swipe ↔️ to see how I tracked my progress this month. I used the whiteboard in my office to track my goals, actual word count, and some other metrics. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ A few stats from July: ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 📚 My goal was 15,000 words. I wrote 15,140.  📚 My plan was to write 520 words per day, but that fluctuated wildly in reality. 🤷 📚 My lowest word count day was 14. 📚 My highest word count day was almost 3.3k. 📚 I took 5 days off of writing (pre-win). 📚 I wrote between 8 and 9pm most nights, typically for 20-30 minutes. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Pantsing a novella was somehow both harder and easier than I thought it would be. I’m a plotter by nature, so this was quite the exercise for me! But it was fun, I learned a lot of lessons, and I have a solid first draft to work with. 🙌 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Also, I want to give a big shoutout to everyone who participated in our Camp Nano Or Not exercise this month! It’s been so good to meet more writers in the community and see what everyone’s been working on. 🌠 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ What’s something you accomplished this month that you’re proud of? Let’s celebrate! 🎇🎉 ° ° ° ° #indiesareworthit #fantasywriter #amwritingfantasy #authorpreneur #authorchallenge #writerchallenge #writingsprints #indieauthorsunited #instawrimo #campnanowrimo #campnano2020 #aspiringauthors #authorsofig #authorgram #writingabook #writinginspo #bookeditor #indiepublished #selfpublished #indiepub #writersconnection #writeeveryday #writingcommnuityofig #writersblock #indieauthorlife #bookediting #writerstips #writingtipsandtricks #instagramwriters
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You don’t have much time to grab a potential rea You don’t have much time to grab a potential reader’s attention. ⏰ Think you can sell them your book in 20 words or less? 🤔 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #CampNanoOrNot20 Day 27: Elevator Pitch ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The whole idea behind an elevator pitch is that you want to grab your reader’s attention quickly. With so many great books and content out there, what can you tell them about your book to make them curious? What will make them stop scrolling to investigate? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ (This also goes for authors pitching their books to agents and publishers. Every author needs a strong elevator pitch!) ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ It’s hard, I know, to sum up your amazing novel in just a handful of words. Here’s what you need to keep in mind as you craft your elevator pitch: ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 📚 Keep it short: Some sources say no more than 20 words while others give a little wiggle room. Definitely keep it under 50 words. 📚 Make it unique: Don’t try to make it sound like a popular book’s elevator pitch… 📚 Highlight the stakes: We don’t need every detail, but can you sum up the stakes in a few words? 📚 Cut out the fluff: Phrases like, “This book is about…” are unnecessary. Focus on the story. 📚 Raise questions: You don’t have to add the question yourself, but the pitch should have readers asking, “Why?” ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Elevator pitches, though short, require precision and revision. Draft one, then refine it, revise it, and proofread it again. If you need some inspiration or examples, look up bestsellers in your genre to see how they pitch the book. Study how these authors craft their pitches, then try to implement those lessons as you revise your own pitch. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you’ve got a book--published or upcoming!--drop your elevator pitch below! 😉 And if you need help, drop your question in the comments! ° ° ° #indiesareworthit #fantasywriter #amwritingfantasy #authorpreneur #writingsprints #indieauthorsunited #instawrimo #aspiringauthors #authorsofig #authorgram writinginspo #bookeditor #indiepublished #selfpublished #indiepub #writersconnection #writeeveryday #authorpreneur #writersblock #indieauthorlife #bookediting #writerstips #selfpub #writersden
Would you rather (1) make a deal with a demon king Would you rather (1) make a deal with a demon king and attain unbelievable power or (2) lead a rebellion against your father with the help of your sister and your crush? No reason, just asking for a friend! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #CampNanoOrNot20 Day 25: Would you rather…? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Engaging with your readers online is one of the best ways to build your audience and sell more books. And I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but posting a bunch of pictures of your cat probably isn’t going to get your audience interested and engaged. 🤷🙊 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And that’s coming from someone with two feline editorial assistants! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ You’ve got to get creative. The occasional personal post is fine--good, even--but think about how else you can engage with readers. To name a few: ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 📚 Post a “would you rather” game related to your book(s) 📚 Share a moodboard from a scene 📚 Create a playlist to share with readers 📚 Ask who their favorite character(s) is 📚 Post a snippet from your upcoming book ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And remember: if you wouldn’t engage with it yourself, your readers won’t engage with it either. They can tell when you’re posting just to post or when you’re just trying to make a sale. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ With that said… tell me: what would you rather do? #1 or #2? Sound off in the comments! ° ° ° #indiesareworthit #fantasywriter #amwritingfantasy #authorpreneur #writingsprints #indieauthorsunited #instawrimo #aspiringauthors #authorsofig #authorgram writinginspo #bookeditor #indiepublished #selfpublished #indiepub #writersconnection #writeeveryday #authorpreneur #writersblock #indieauthorlife #bookediting #writerstips #selfpub #writersden
Does anyone else get SO shy when it comes time to Does anyone else get SO shy when it comes time to market their books? 🙈 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #CampNanoOrNot20 Day 24: Your Books ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I think I have like…three whole mentions of my books on this Instagram account. That’s something I need to work on, because yes, I’m an editor, but I’m also a proud indie author! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Let this be your reminder that there are readers out there who WANT your book! But they might not find it with a little help from you, whether that’s an Instagram post, an email newsletter, running Amazon ads, or landing a BookBub deal. If you want your books to sell, you must talk about them authentically and publicly. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ My writer’s notebook (slide to see) sells on autopilot because Pinterest brings tons of traffic to my website. Between May 2019 and today (July 23, 2020), I’ve sold 627 copies on autopilot. 🤯 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ All of your book marketing can’t be done on autopilot with Pinterest, but if you’re overwhelmed, remember that you don't have to go master Amazon ads and land a BookBub deal right this second. Some super easy, low-effort ways to get back in the marketing game? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 📚 Post about your book on social media 📚 Post a reader review on social media 📚 Mention it in your next email newsletter 📚 Share a deleted scene with your audience 📚 Update your author website with links to your books ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Get comfortable sharing your book, then start learning new ways to market and reach your ideal audience. I promise, people out there want to read your stories! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And here’s my little announcement: I’m creating a hardcover version of my writer’s notebook! 🌠 I'll be announcing more info for pre-orders and the launch date soon. I’m waiting on my proof copy from IngramSpark before I share any more details. 😉 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ QOTD: What’s your biggest hang-up when it comes to marketing your book? ° ° ° #indiesareworthit #fantasywriter #amwritingfantasy #authorpreneur #writingsprints #indieauthorsunited #instawrimo #aspiringauthors #authorsofig #authorgram writinginspo #bookeditor #indiepublished #selfpublished #indiepub #writersconnection #writeeveryday #authorpreneur #writersblock #indieauthorlife #bookediting #writersden
📣 PSA: Editors aren’t experts in everything! 📣 PSA: Editors aren’t experts in everything! 📣 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #CampNanoOrNot20 Day 23: Genre⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ If you have really tight muscle knots in your back, you don’t want a massage therapist who is going to rub your back for 15 minutes and send you home. That may be what some people need, and it might even help you feel a little better for the rest of the day, but it doesn’t solve your problem. You want a massage therapist who has the right touch to work out your problem spots and soothe your sore muscles.  ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Your manuscript deserves this same thoughtful treatment! It deserves a spa day, & editors have specializations to help! 👩‍💻 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ An editor who specializes in your genre can dive deeper into your story and provide a more thorough edit. Genres have their own tropes, universal elements, trends, and reader expectations.  ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ A specialized editor can help you balance these elements in your story to create something both familiar and exciting for readers. Their nuanced editing will elevate your story to the next level and captivate readers, leading to more fans and sales. 🙌 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ You don’t necessarily need a genre-specific proofreader. Typos are typos, after all. But for your more extensive, deeper edits, try working with an editor who is just as passionate about your genre as you are. I promise, there’s an editor out there who knows your genre and can’t wait to meet your characters and explore your world. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ As an editor, there are two genres I know like the back of my hand: fantasy and sci-fi. The other two genres I’m well-versed in are mystery and romance. I know these four genres well because they’re what I read for fun, what I write as an author, and what I edit for my clients every. single. day. 🤓 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Click the #linkinbio if your manuscript needs its own spa day. I’m booking edits for Fall 2020. 🌠 ° ° ° #bookeditor #indiesareworthit #copyeditor #writingcoach #writinginspiration #amwriting #amediting #amrevising #selfpublishing #getpublished #writincommunity #amwritingfantasy #authorsofig #authorpreneur #writingtips #writingtipsandtricks #instawrimo #selfpublished #indiepublished #aspiringauthors #writingabook #writersden
We’re coming into the home stretch for the year’s July Camp NaNo, and I’m feeling confident about the work I’ve done so far. 👩‍💻 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #CampNanoOrNot20 Day 21: Progress Check-in ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ For today’s official word count check-in, I’m at 15,140 words out of my goal of 15,000! 🎉 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ It hasn’t been the easiest month for me, but I’m proud of the progress I’ve made on this novelette. It’s been a chance to explore my own writing process and the universe I’ve created for my first New Adult Fantasy series. 🌌 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Whether you’re participating or not, how’s your project going this month? ° ° ° #indiesareworthit #instawrimo #amwriting #amediting #amwritingfantasy #amwritingYA #indiepublishing #selfpublishing #campnanowrimo #authorsofig #authorpreneur #selfpub #indieauthorsbeseen #writingtips #authorchallenge #writersconnection #fantasyauthor #writersofig #indieauthorsofinstagram #authorlife #fictionwriter
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