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by Lori Freeland Anxiety. The word alone is enough to set off a tingle in my fingers, a tightness in my chest, and a worn-out mantra—Breathing is good. Passing out is bad—that rarely works. And I’m not alone. I’ve read so many posts from authors dealing with health problems related to or caused by anxiety—especially […]… Continue reading 12 Survival Tricks for a Creative’s Anxiety – From the Writers in the Storm Blog — Author Don Massenzio

Originally posted on Novelty Revisions: Is there a writing project you really want to start and finish this year? Are you really, really bad at setting goals you can actually achieve? Hello, fellow writer. I have some tips that might change your life. Only set and work toward one goal at a time. I know you’re…… Continue reading How to Set Writing Goals If You’re Bad at Setting Writing Goals — Author Don Massenzio

Originally posted on Nicholas C. Rossis: As they grow older, millennials are turning into quite a big market. Who better than Frank Hamilton, a millennial blogger and translator from Manchester, to answer some questions about them? Frank is a professional writing expert in such topics as blogging, digital marketing, and self-education. He also loves traveling… via… Continue reading 5 Things Millennials Look for in a Book — Author Don Massenzio

Originally posted on Novelty Revisions: Publishing something that no one reads. Publishing something that everyone hates. Never being able to make a living as a writer. Never achieving your writing goals. Never seeing your wildest dreams come true. These are all, believe it or not, vastly common fears among writers and creators in general. But… via… Continue reading The 1 Thing Writers Fear Most (and How to Keep Writing Anyway) — Author Don Massenzio

One of my most treasured possessions is a type-written account by my granddad of how he saw in New Year 1900 as a child. My great-grandfather lifted him aloft onto his shoulders and they walked through the streets of Dublin, where the bells were ringing. It’s a simple story, but one that’s poignant and brings […]… Continue reading Do you have a story to tell? Author J.Q. Rose shares advice and tips on writing your memoir — Helena Fairfax

More and more people are taking the plunge into the world of writing. Many no longer wait, hoping a publisher will give them a chance and have taken the bold move to self-publish. However, because you are self-publishing that does not mean the quality of your work should not be on par with traditionally published […]… Continue reading Tips for Self-published Authors — Marva Seaton Blog

When it comes to writing, people who learn this craft – both for professional or personal use – can benefit from advice. When this advice comes from notable authors, those that have produced some of the best books and stories ever written, their words are worth taking into account. Assignment Helper provides an inspiring infographic… Continue reading Writing Tips From Famous Authors — Kobo Writing Life

We’re on our way into the new year now and as we move into 2020, I find that I’m working with a lot more authors and publishers than I have maybe ever! I love helping to promote books and reading, and being able to use my little corner of the internet – whether that be […]… Continue reading Just the Tips: Advice for Book Reviewers and Authors/Publishers Seeking Reviews — Let’s Get Galactic

It’s the next edition of the Tips & Advice – Readers & Authors feature on the This Is My Truth Now blog. If you’re new to this segment, scroll toward the bottom to learn more about it and me. Today’s topic will focus on the types of editing I go through while writing a book, […]… Continue reading Tips & Advice: Readers & Authors – Editing — This Is My Truth Now

by Shelly Sanders Signing with a traditional publisher is worth the time and sweat it takes to be accepted. After writing ten drafts of my first novel, Rachel’s Secret, and after having the eleventh version rejected by countless agents, the thought of self-publishing seemed pretty enticing. Then, I began to notice the reams […] via The… Continue reading The 6 Things I Learned After Publishing My First Book — A Writer’s Path