You’ve worked nonstop on this manuscript for months, an uphill battle you thought you’d never win. But now, finally, after painful revisions and thirty-seven proofreads and scheduling your release posts and promos and swimming in a pool of your own sweat and tears, your baby is going out into the world. It’s over. You’re done. … More Writing Hacks: Release Day Blues
Last Friday, Melissa Wright shared an awesome Writing Hacks about dealing with writer’s anxiety. In our private Facebook group, our authors discussed how we had recently dealt with it and what helped us cope. As I am in the middle of writing my third Wylder Tales novel, I thought it the perfect time to revisit this theme … More A Writer’s Journey ~ Facing Fear Part 2
anxiety (aNGˈzīədē) noun: desire to do something, typically accompanied by unease synonyms: worry, concern, apprehension, unease, fear, disquiet, agitation, angst, misgiving, nervousness, tension; informal butterflies, the jitters, twitchiness Is there a writer who can read this list without recognizing at least one symptom of writing anxiety? Probably not. That doesn’t mean anxiety is a necessary part … More Writing Hacks: Writer’s Anxiety
Welcome to another Writer’s Digest! Once a month, we ask our tribe at WWF questions about craft and bring their answers to you. Keep our words with a grain of salt. What works for one author may not work for the next. We hope you’re able to learn from our past experiences and mistakes. Be encouraged to … More Writer’s Digest – Ask Our Authors
Love fractured fairy tales and retellings? Melissa McShane, author of The Book of Secrets and Crown of Tremontane delivers one fascinating fun ride in her new collection, Warts and All! Warts and All A Fairy Tale Collection Beginner witch Chloe has a problem. There’s a frog in her tub who says he used to be a man. Worse, his memory … More New Release from Melissa McShane!
What is flash fiction? It’s an itty bitty story, generally under 1,000 words or 3 printed pages. I believe all forms of writing strengthen you as a writer. Flash fiction, especially, makes you par down your words and forces you to get to the core of your story. But just because flash fiction is itty … More Friday Flash Fiction with K.D. Jones
We’re so excited to share Melissa Wright’s release day for Queen of Iron and Blood! Since we often talk about our mutual writing projects, the joys and the headaches involved, it feels like we’re celebrating our own book release today. So congrats Mel! You’ve done an amazing job with this series, and this cover may be our favorite. … More Shattered Realms #2 Release Day!
A common theme among authors is so much to do, so little time. Even if most of it is self-imposed, we feel overworked, over-stressed, and understaffed. You’re in this for the long haul, so small changes to make it a better experience can go a long way toward your productivity and overall satisfaction. Many of … More Writing Hacks: Healthy Writing
Calling all S.J. Maas and Susan Dennard fans, here is a series for you! Kate Avery Ellison, author of The Frost Chronicles, recently released the sixth in her epic fantasy, The Kingmakers’ War. Get ready for one swashbuckling adventure, but beware, there be dragons. Join us as We Write Fantasy celebrates Kate’s new release! A Court … More New Release from Kate Avery Ellison!
What is flash fiction? It’s an itty bitty story, generally under 1,000 words or 3 printed pages. I believe all forms of writing strengthen you as a writer. Flash fiction, especially, makes you par down your words and forces you to get to the core of your story. But just because flash fiction is itty … More Friday Flash Fiction with K.D. Jones
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