What Sets Authors Apart
Writing has never been more competitive, if only because technology is reducing the barrier to entry for the craft. But when an author stands out, it's often not because of anything quantifiable -- it's because...
How to Enter a Writing Contest
Writing contests are designed to recognize outstanding authors. They're a good way to add some credibility to what you've written. Here's what to consider and how to enter without getting overwhelmed. Fountain pen by günter from Pixabay;...
When Is a Writers Conference Worth It?
Over the past year or two, I've been looking into a range of writing conferences. As someone who works entirely from home without a team, these kinds of events are the primary way I stay...
Will Publishers Reject Long Books?
Back in middle and high school, I had no problem picking up books like Les Miserables and Anna Karenina. I wasn't scared by length, and in fact, I found it a little comforting -- I...
Write When You Mean It
These days, writers are advised to have a social media presence -- tools like Instagram or Threads don't have to be the only place we are, but the mantra is that writers need to be...
Why You Need to Schedule Time to Do Nothing on Your Book
You can't dilly-dally these days as an author. Time to market matters more than ever if you want your writing to bring in an income that's viable enough to cover your bills. But if you...
Why I Can’t Support (Most) Writing NDAs Anymore
Over my 20 years as a writer, I've dealt with my fair share of contracts, most of which are garden variety fare laying out the scope of the project and the terms for compensation. But...
If You Want Readers to Follow You, Stop Posting (So Much)
For a while now, I've maintained three different publication branches -- Takingdictation (my business), Faithful on the Clock (my faith-based podcast), and Unstealing Joy (my trauma recovery work). Having multiple irons in the fire means...
