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Dear Auntie DD…
Dear Auntie DD, My chaperone is busy playing whist and a charming gentleman that I’ve never met before has just invited me to take a turn on the terrace with him. What are the chances that we’ll be spotted by the Ton’s biggest gossip and be forced to get engaged…
6 Ways To Get Over A Writing Slump
By Calista Jayne Are you stuck? Writer’s block has plagued authors since the beginning of time (give or take a few years), and it will continue to plague them into the future. But just because you’re stuck in a slump doesn’t mean you have to stay there! Here are some…
How To Publish Your Book – Without Spending Any Money – Part 1
By Word Ninja Part 1: Strategy Every day on social media, I see aspiring indie authors complain about how expensive it is to publish a book. But it doesn’t have to be. Once you’re earning enough to afford a good editor and a good cover designer—then absolutely, spend the money. But…
How To Get Your Work Working
By Ewrither Try this: Make it easier to write Writing takes effort. Pressing your butt into the chair then pressing keys takes mental effort.You don’t need much to make the effort worthwhile and productive: You, a comfortable writing position, a tool (pen, keyboard or dictation device) and time. Simple devices…
The Importance of Finding Your Writing Community
By HJ Perry 15 years ago I subscribed to all the writing magazines, attended many writer-focused events and joined every writing group I could find in real life and online. Some writing “communities” felt like businesses that saw me as a customer. Some were intimidating—filled with “expert” writers where I…
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