14 songs about writing
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 […]
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Try Craigslist or KIjiji classifieds to sell your screenplay
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
You want to hire a ghostwriter. You want to get the most out of her. How can you make yourself that ideal client that gets […]
Is my story good enough to publish?
Before hiring a ghostwriter, many people want to know if their story is “good enough”. OK, let’s see if it is. Many people who approach […]
The ethics of using anonymous sources
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
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!
Have you ever asked yourself, “I wonder what’s the best way to torture a ghostwriter?” If so, here are 16 handy ways to drive your […]
Government needs proofreading
When we want good spelling, to whom can we turn? Well, certainly not the government. Government is the official everything. If government says we measure […]
Do you have a story to write?
There is a big difference between an idea and a story. Do you have a story to write, or just an idea? You’ve been hit […]
Nine reasons to pay your writer
Some people just don’t like paying writers. Here are nine good reasons to pay your writer, and to pay on time. It’s as predictable as […]
K.I.S.S. your readers
Big words suck. Gargantuan expressions fail to fulfill your readership’s expectations. See how small words win the day? Have you ever felt the need to […]
A sneak peak at the leaked CIA Style Guide
This is not satire; this guide really exists and the quotes in this post really come from the CIA’s Style Manual and Writer’s Guide. People […]
What is a ghostwriter?
Oddly enough, this is a question that seems to confuse a lot of people. Just what is a ghostwriter? People come to me seeking a […]
54 ominous signs that you might be a writer
Writers are “special” people. But don’t worry, it is not always contagious. This guide will help you self-screen for this condition before it becomes terminal. […]
If cats could write epic novels
What are the elements that make bestseller fiction? This true barn-cat story has them all. This true story has all the makings of a bestseller […]
Why we NEVER ask for testimonials
Interesting fact – every single testimonial on this website was volunteered by our clients. We do not seek out testimonials. Read on to find out […]
Historical Writing Comes Alive at the Santa Barbara Writers Conference
“Please turn off your cell phones. We are going back into the past.” Let’s take a glimpse of how historical fiction is crafted, by some […]
Maile Meloy Addresses the Santa Barbara Writers Conference
Kristin Johnson reports live from the Santa Barbara Writers Conference on speaker Maile Meloy’s keynote address. Your humble correspondent had a full first day at […]
How to self-publish your book (free guide)
If you are are looking at your manuscript and thinking “What next?”, this free guide on how to self-publish your book will help you decide […]
Two-sentence horror stories that will really freak you out!
An Internet genre is emerging: two-sentence horror stories, just perfect for the Twitter generation. Here are my contribution to the genre. Have you heard of […]