You’ve generated a good idea, and you know it’s got legs. But how to develop that idea into an interesting journey worth reading for 300 pages? Here are 5 strategies to take your idea from a good concept to a phenomenal page-turner: 1. Freewrite If you’re inspired, you should have no problem with this […]
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Got an idea yet? This week, we’ve been generating unique ideas by applying fun strategies that are bound to help you discover your next book idea. But how do you know if your current idea is a GOOD idea? Here’s 5 ways to know your book idea is golden: 1. Pitch to a handful of
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It’s that perfect time of year. You’ve just watched a phenomenal film or read a bestselling novel that’s got you inspired, and you’re ready to start chasing after that author dream you’ve always carried in your heart. But what to write about? This week, we’ve been discussing strategies to develop captivating ideas that will keep
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You’ve been dreaming of penning your own book for a while now. You’re motivated and you’ve finally built up the confidence to get started. But what to write about? How about starting with a captivating idea that will get your imagination salivating? Here are 5 ways to generate unique ideas for your book: 1. Real
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This week we’ve been getting motivated to chase after our writing dreams by combating the many lies aspiring authors tend to believe. But we writers can be hard on ourselves, and even the most inspiring affirmations can be difficult to absorb. Here are 5 strategies to help you stop being down about your writing: 1.
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In our previous posts, here and here, we’ve been discussing the lies that hold so many aspiring authors back from their dreams and how to combat them. But are you still having trouble staying motivated? Here’s 5 additional lies aspiring authors tell themselves: 1. I need to hurry up and publish/get published Rushing to query
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So you’ve started on that book, but you’re struggling to find the motivation to finish. Or you’ve finally completed your manuscript, but you’re terrified of what people might think. Last time, we discussed 5 lies that are holding aspiring authors back from achieving their dream. Here are 5 more lies aspiring authors tell themselves: 1.
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Today, we’re launching a new series: The Aspiration Series. What is an aspiration? Put simply, it’s the hope or desire to achieve something; a strong ambition or wish. Is it your desire to start a book, finish a book, or get published, but you find you lack the confidence to believe in yourself? This week,
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Today, we’re concluding with the final installment of the Finish Your Book series. Now that you understand WHY a strong finale is so essential to your novel’s success, HOW to deliver one, as well as the top CLICHÉS to avoid, let’s wrap this up with strategies that are sure to have your next release flying
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Welcome back to the Finish Your Book Series where we’re discussing top tips to writing a finale that sings! Now that you understand WHY a strong finale is so crucial to your novel’s success and HOW to ensure you’re hitting that sweet spot in your readers’ hearts , let’s review what readers don’t want to
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