To keep my author brain in shape, I devised a little writing exercise I can do while on vacation, without having to engage in a story.
Writing
Finding the Better Word
Given the choice, an author should always go with the better word.
Reasons I Stopped Reading Your Book
In the name of writing better stories, stories that are not easily abandoned, I thought I might take some time and explore the reasons why people don’t finish the books they’re reading.
Saving Some For Yourself
Austin Kleon rocks, you should totally buy his books AND find a way to keep a little bit of your art for yourself. It’s worth it.
Debut Authors and Blurbs
As a debut author, asking for blurbs isn’t difficult so much as it is just painful. Here’s how I went about it in 4 (mostly easy) steps.
You Have to Ask
It can be scary to ask for things, no doubt, but you have to get over it. Take a deep breath and ask for what you want. Straight forward and unmistakable. Just ask.