Human beings have worked out their problems, brainstormed ideas, and put together projects for many years with the trusty pen and paper. Why the need for Mind Maps? Viewing: Take in the bigger picture easily and quickly at a glance. Recollection: The visual nature of Mind Maps allows for easy recall. Simplification: Mind Maps allow […]
Two Things You Need To Know Before Writing Your Book
Deciding to step out and write a book is an exciting decision. However, before you start writing, there are some things you need to know. The type of book you are writing and how much you already know will determine just how much you will need to learn before you can begin the process. While there […]
6 Books Every Writer Needs To Read
Writing is an art. If you want to do well, you have to learn the craft. The saying goes, “practice makes perfect.” But it is equally important to study the craft of writing. Writing alone isn’t enough to improve. You have to study the art of writing and practice writing well. In this post, I […]
5 Steps to Self-Editing Your Writing
Poor editing detracts from the reader’s experience, and it also can cast you in a bad light as an author. Needless to say, good editing is a huge part of being a successful author. In this post, we’re going to cover 5 steps to self-editing your writing, but first, I wanted to share a few […]
The Benefits of Publishing a Book Series
The benefits of publishing a book series are enormous, and there are eBooks, articles, etc. written about this, but I wanted to highlight a few of them here. However, you need to know that I am an avid reader. So instead of just listing out benefits and why they should appeal to you, I wanted […]
6 Essential Books for Fiction Authors
In November 2012, I started the transition from writing non-fiction exclusively to learning to write fiction stories. This was a scary transition for me as the process is very different for each. However, in my extensive research, I have found 6 essential books for fiction authors that I recommend. I have read all of these […]
3 Keys to Writing Success and Overcoming Procrastination
What does it take to be a successful writer? As I have reflected on my own journey, I am going to share with you 3 keys to writing success. I would love to hear your keys to success as well in the comments. Writing and Publishing Books Many people are amazed that I have published […]