Category Archives: Guest Post

Why Should You Join a Writing Community?

Posted on February 25, 2021 by Guest Poster

Writing is hard, but it can be easier if you’re not doing it alone. Eileen Cook is here to share 5 reasons why you should join a group. Writing may be a solo journey, but a writing community can make … Continue reading →

Posted in Critiquing & Critiques, Guest Post, Writing Groups | 2 Comments

5 Tips for Writing Stellar Romantic Subplots

Posted on February 11, 2021 by Guest Poster

Does your story contain a romantic subplot? They can be tricky to write well while not allowing them to take over the main plot line. Savannah Cordova is back with some tips on how to whip them into shape. As … Continue reading →

Posted in Guest Post, Romance, Story Structure, Writing Craft | 3 Comments

Does Your Story Idea Need a Makeover? Try Cratedigging

Posted on October 29, 2020 by Guest Poster

Not all story ideas are winners. But they could be, if they only had that spark of originality and relevance to make them stand out. The irony is that the unique angle you’re looking for may require you to borrow … Continue reading →

Posted in Guest Post, Story Ideas, Writing Craft | 5 Comments

4 Ways to Fix a Boring Story

Posted on October 27, 2020 by Guest Poster

Is your story boring? Would you know or acknowledge it if it was? No one wants to admit that their story is slow, lackluster, or zzzzz. But hey, that’s what critique partners and editors are for. If recent feedback makes … Continue reading →

Posted in Character Arc, Character Flaws, Characters, Conflict, Empathy, Guest Post, Pacing, Reader Feedback, Rejection, Writing Craft | 15 Comments

Why You Should Be Excerpting Your Novel

Posted on September 22, 2020 by Guest Poster

Have you ever been flipping through a magazine and found an excerpt from a book, maybe one you’d never read? And did reading that short passage make you want to read more, prompting you to go looking for the book? … Continue reading →

Posted in Guest Post, Publishing and Self Publishing, Reader Interest, Short Stories | 2 Comments

What Is Writer’s Burnout?

Posted on August 13, 2020 by Guest Poster

Hi everyone! Today we’re happy to welcome author Chrys Fey to the blog who is sharing an excerpt from her book, Keep Writing with Fey: Sparks to Defeat Writer’s Block, Burnout, and Depression (affiliate link) where she focuses on writer’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Focus, Guest Post, Motivational, Time Management, Writer's Attitude, Writer's Block, Writing Resources, Writing Time | 27 Comments

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Posted on June 30, 2020 by Guest Poster

As authors, we’re often seen as experts in certain areas. If we branch out into speaking engagements, editing, or coaching, this perception increases exponentially. And despite our credentials, experience and knowledge, it’s easy for us to doubt ourselves. Imposter Syndrome … Continue reading →

Posted in Guest Post, Motivational | 14 Comments