Writing a book and putting it out there takes a lot of courage, hard work, and dedication. You pour your heart and soul into your novel, hoping that it will be a big hit. Unfortunately, with thousands of books published every day, an author’s road can be long and winding. Sometimes it’s hard to stay motivated and keep writing. So, let's explore some tips for how not to give up on your writing and publishing journey. (And if you don’t want to take my word for it, check out my famous author …
Fatal Flaws in a Rom-Com? Yes, Please!
Ever since I was a kid in high school, studying Macbeth in my British Lit class, I’ve been enamored with the idea of a fatal flaw. All of Shakespeare’s tragic heroes have one. Macbeth is too ambitious; Romeo has a bad temper; Othello is jealous and insecure. Scholars still argue about Hamlet’s fatal flaw, but I say it’s indecisiveness. If Hamlet could just get over all his angst and decide which path to take, then most of his problems would be solved. Same is …
Swiftature — Top 50 Taylor Swift Songs for Fiction Writers Ranked: 30 – 21
Hello, fellow Swifties/Authors! I had a lot of fun putting together my post for the top 50 Taylor Swift songs for fiction writers, 30-21. So, without further ado, let's get to it!
#30: Evermore
Hey December Guess I'm feeling unmoored Can't remember What I used to fight for I rewind the tape but all it does is pause On the very moment all was lost Sending signals To be double crossed And I was catching my …SWIFTATURE – TOP 50 TAYLOR SWIFT SONGS FOR FICTION WRITERS RANKED: 40 – 31
This project is more of an undertaking than I imagined it would be, when I came up with idea about a month ago. But it's fun, so I'm sticking to it! So, here are the 40th thru the 31st best Taylor Swift songs for fiction writers. Let's do this!
#40 Wildest Dreams
Say you'll remember me Standing in a nice dress Staring at the sunset, babe Red lips and rosy cheeks Say you'll see me again Even if it's just pretendWhich 80’s Soap Opera Worthy-Plot Twist Is The Best?
In the new novel I’m working on, an unlucky-in-love Jackie Collins/Nora Roberts type of author describes her romantic history, which mirrors the kind of books she writes.
Perhaps I should watch old soap operas from the 80s, like General Hospital or All My Children for inspiration. Except, I was never really a daytime soap fan, which means I could use your help!
Please let me know which of these plot twists are you favorite (read through them, and then …
