April Davila - Author
I've decided what I will spend my money on, if I'm ever one of those authors who makes a gazillion dollars on book sales. An assistant. Seriously, I can't tell you how many emails I've started lately with the phrase "I'm sorry I've been so slow … [Continue reading] about The Chaos of a Book Launch
If you've ever attended a writing conference or picked up a Writer's Digest, you've heard how adverbs are the enemy of good writing. They weaken our verbs and, subsequently, our prose. But sometimes it can be hard to see our own writing objectively. … [Continue reading] about Highlight Your Adverbs (and More) with Scrivener
The art of basket weaving was perfected by the native people of Northern California over the course of 5,000 years, making it one of the oldest textile traditions in the world. Most local basket makers utilized coiling or twining techniques that … [Continue reading] about Basket Weaving in Northern California
Part of planning my book tour is thinking about what sections I might want to read at signings and book parties. So this week I cracked a copy "142 Ostriches" and started reading with an audience in mind. A few things occurred to me. It's Been … [Continue reading] about Diving Back Into 142 Ostriches
The Scrivener Timeline feature is so intuitive, it's hard to believe that it wasn't one of the first things developed back in version 1.0, but it didn't become a thing until version 3.0. It was worth the wait. Here's how it works. Label Your … [Continue reading] about Using the Scrivener Timeline
Until one stands at the base of a redwood tree, craning to look up into the canopy at its distant top branches, it’s difficult to appreciate their immense size. Taller than the statue of liberty and wide enough to park a Greyhound bus inside with … [Continue reading] about Redwood Tress
Generally speaking, I love parties. I enjoy getting dressed up, talking with friends, eating good food. But I have to tell you, planning my book launch party had me ALL stressed out. Because here's the thing - there is a wide spectrum when it … [Continue reading] about Book Launch Party