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Writing Without a Net
By Theodora Goss It probably sounds as though this is going to be a blog post about taking risks in writing. After all, look at the title: “Writing Without a Net.” But it’s not. It’s going to be a post about writing without financial security, which is something I’ve been thinking about a lot and […]
Read More Writing Without a NetWhy Flash Fiction is a Scam
It’s the latest trend in all the spec fic magazines. Flash fiction! Write a short story that’s anywhere from a hundred words to the upper limit of a thousand words or less. Check it out! More stories in one issue! Isn’t that spectacular? Except that it isn’t. It’s really a scam by magazine publishers. It’s […]
Read More Why Flash Fiction is a Scam5 Differences Between British and American Writing
When writing, especially in a scientific journal, it is prudent to check which version of English should be used. There are not many differences between American and British writing. However, they are reflected not only in the spelling of some common words but also affect the usage of certain expressions and grammatical rules. As the […]
Read More 5 Differences Between British and American WritingWhat’s Current in Sci-Fi?
I got into a discussion with a friend on Facebook who wanted to know what was current in Sci-fi. This is what I said at the time. Understand that this is an excerpt from a casual discussion, not a researched article, and as such should be looked at as a blurb of general interest only, […]
Read More What’s Current in Sci-Fi?10 Things Learned Since I Started Writing
Originally posted on (Almost) Average:
When I started this writing journey, I was naive to the complexities of it all. I guess in it’s most basic state, writing is just me and the words on the screen or paper. It’s when I started sharing those words that things changed. Here are ten things I learned…
Why a Writing Coach is Your Best Friend
Originally posted on Katie Phillips Creative Services:
People live at the heart of your story. You may think your book is about you. And it absolutely is. Your unique voice breathes life into a story that only you can tell. But it’s not JUST about you. It takes a village of beta readers, critique partners,…
SciFan™ HUGE Summer Sale and Cover Reveal!
You’ll note that work by yours truly is featured in Issues 7 and 8! Get ’em now while the getting is good!
Read More SciFan™ HUGE Summer Sale and Cover Reveal!Stephen King’s 10 Rules for Success
5 Things I Learned About Promoting A Book on Social Media
Originally posted on DISCLAIMER : I COULD BE WRONG:
It’s hard. Hello? Is anyone out there? You can link directly to your book’s Free Preview on Amazon. It’s more likely to be read than sending a prospect to your sales page and hoping they click “Look inside.” (Of course, there’s a “Buy” button there as well–Amazon…
