Here’s some more information on writing a good blog post. To start with, there are basically five different types of post you can choose from: The List Post. This is […]
How to Create a Blog
“Blog” is actually short for “Web Log.” In the early 1990s blogs began as journals, meant more as an online diary than anything else. I’m going to do a couple […]
65 Hashtags Every Author Should Know (and Use)
As a modern author, you need to know a bit more about Twitter than the basics. Even if you don’t “tweet” often, you should understand how to utilize their signature […]
Food in Victorian America
My lads do enjoy their food, and with the money they’ve “earned” over the years, they can afford to set a fine table or dine out at the best establishments. […]
A GIF for You …
I like gifs — those mini motion pictures you can find on the internet almost everywhere. Here are a few pertaining to writing. As always, I do not own any […]
Round Up: Writing 101
Here are the links to my previous posts about writing: Think You’re Cut Out To Be a Writer? Take This Simple Quiz! 5 Common Misconceptions About Writing The Worst Advice […]
Round Up: Author 101
Here are the links to my previous posts on being an author: Writing a Query Letter: Do’s and Don’ts Write a Great Blurb Write a Great Book Synopsis Find a […]
Round Up: Characters 101
Here are the links to my posts about characters and character-creation: Where Do They Come From? Creating Characters Characters: Public vs. Private What’s in a Name? What’s Your Sign? 5 […]
Round Up: Action 101
Here are the links to my posts on putting action into your story: 5 Plotting Tips for More Interesting Scenes 4 Tips for Great Conflict 4 Tips for Creating Subplots […]
Round Up: Plot 101
Here are the links to my previous posts on plotting your story: 7 Sure-Fire Story Ideas Conflict 101 Cut to the Chase Catch ‘Em Quick 5 Plot Tips