How to choose the right words when you write
11 February, 2015
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Not all words are created equal. Some are more powerful than others. Some are more precise. Some will elicit the right reaction. Here are four […]
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How to hire writers for free – without paying a penny
4 February, 2015
π 4 minutes read
There are good reasons to have somebody else write your blog posts for you. The “free” ways actually have benefits you won’t get by just […]
Who hires a ghostwriter, for a book or speech or…?
28 January, 2015
π 4 minutes read
Everybody knows that some people hire ghostwriters. But it might surprise you to discover who some of those “some people” are. This might seem an […]
52 more signs that you might be a writer
21 January, 2015
π 5 minutes read
Being a writer is more than just a profession.Β It’s a special kind of bizarre. Check for these 52 tell-tale signs of being a writer. […]
Write your story like Into the Woods
14 January, 2015
π 3 minutes read
Writers can learn a lot by analyzing the successful work of others. Let’s take a look at what makes Into the Woods so successful. Amateur […]
Get it free – The Genesis One Code
8 January, 2015
π 2 minutes read
The Genesis One Code unlocks the mysteries of creation from a scientific perspective. Get it free on Amazon.com from January 8 through January 10, 2015 […]
Deck Your Blog (Fa la la la la la la la la)
22 December, 2014
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Hereβs wishing all my readers a Happy Christmas.Β But first, let’s sing the bloggers’ Christmas carol! Hereβs wishing all my readers a Happy Christmas (or […]
How to write a successful research proposal
10 December, 2014
π 5 minutes read
A research proposal is much like any other proposal. Here’s how to write a winning research proposal. In recent weeks, I have twice been asked […]
Write like a caveman (8 tips to write better in 2025)
27 November, 2014
π 4 minutes read
What can writers learn from cavemen? A lot, it turns out. Here are a few ways writers can improve their craft by embracing their inner […]
Four writers spill the beans on the habits that make them awesome
14 November, 2014
π 5 minutes read
It takes more than spelling and grammar to be an effective writer, as these four respected writers explain. Not all jobs are alike, and writing […]
Six ways to write your title for a book, movie, article or anything
5 November, 2014
π 4 minutes read
At a loss for a title? Whatever you are writing, whether a book, movie or article here are six ways you can come up with […]
14 songs about writing
22 October, 2014
π 8 minutes read
What is your favorite song about writing? Here are 14 to choose from. This week, let’s have a little fun and inspiration. Most songs are […]
Try Craigslist or KIjiji classifieds to sell your screenplay
15 October, 2014
π 4 minutes read
If your screenplay can’t break into Hollywood, don’t just put it on the shelf. Take a trip on Craigslist or Kijiji to meet more approachable […]
Six ways to get the most from your ghostwriter
2 October, 2014
π 5 minutes read
You want to hire a ghostwriter.Β You want to get the most out of her.Β How can you make yourself that ideal client that gets […]
Is my story good enough to publish?
24 September, 2014
π 8 minutes read
Before hiring a ghostwriter, many people want to know if their story is “good enough”.Β OK, let’s see if it is. Many people who approach […]
The ethics of using anonymous sources
17 September, 2014
π 3 minutes read
Should you quote anonymous sources when you write? Miranda Marquit explains how professional journalists handle this thorny question. First published in 2014, this article is […]
Anatomy of the perfect book cover design to sell more books
11 September, 2014
π 6 minutes read
Sure, you’ll hire a graphic designer for your future best seller, but you are in control of your book cover – front, back and spine. […]
16 ways to drive a ghostwriter stark raving mad!
3 September, 2014
π 9 minutes read
Have you ever asked yourself, “I wonder what’s the best way to torture a ghostwriter?”Β If so, here are 16 handy ways to drive your […]
Government needs proofreading
27 August, 2014
π 2 minutes read
When we want good spelling, to whom can we turn?Β Well, certainly not the government. Government is the official everything. If government says we measure […]
Do you have a story to write?
21 August, 2014
π 4 minutes read
There is a big difference between an idea and a story.Β Do you have a story to write, or just an idea? You’ve been hit […]