Tag: how to publish a book
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8 Secrets to Pitching Your Novel Like a Pro
When it comes to publishing a novel, the actual writing is only half the battle. In order to get the attention of a publisher, you have to know how to “sell” your book. I think we can all agree that most writers are not natural-born sales professionals. So it’s easy to understand why the idea…
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The Short, Sad Saga of Mississippi Jones
Some names stick with us. Bridget Jones, Holden Caulfield, Nero Wolfe — these names are all indelibly stamped into our literary consciousness. Those names are evocative. Memorable. Unique. Some writers are incredibly good at coming up with names. I am not one of them.
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The Surprising Secret to Snappy Scenes
Got a scene in your novel where a group of characters argue and discuss, but no matter how important the subject is, somehow the tension falls flat? You can fix this scene, and I’ll tell you the trick right up front: get rid of some of your characters. Why?
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This Saturday: Instant Plot – Plan Out Your Novel the Easy Way
Hate outlining? You’re not alone. Tomorrow (9/8/12), I’ll be teaching Instant Plot at the Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers conference. Here’s what’s in store:
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Don’t Kill Your Pitch: 5 Ways You Might Be Sabotaging Your Story
Nervous about pitching your work to an editor or literary agent? Just avoid these five deal-breaking mistakes and you’ll put yourself well ahead of the competition.
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How to Keep Readers Turning Pages: 3 Things You Must Do
Q: I’ve got a basic plot planned out for my novel, but I’m worried about being repetitive, because the story is about doing the same thing several times (the main character has a list of people he needs to “off”). Do you know of any way to pull off a plot like that without boring…
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The #1 Secret to Finding Time to Write
“We live and die by the clock.” –William Broyles Jr. Too bad he didn’t have the Datexx Miracle Cube Timer. Want to get more writing done this week? Just follow this one simple trick. It works every time, no matter what you’re writing or how busy your schedule is.
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Bronte Sisters Power Dolls
Writing a book is serious work. Literary icons with kung-fu action grip… not so serious. Enjoy! P.S. You can also watch the Bronte Sisters Power Dolls here.
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Instant Plot: How to Plan Out Your Novel the Easy Way
Do you love free stuff? Do you love to write? Me too! That’s why I’m teaching an absolutely free writing class this Saturday. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this one.
LAURENCE MACNAUGHTON 