This month’s guest author shines a spotlight on the somewhat grey and ambiguous period between writing the first draft and publishing a novel. There are obviously tons of ways to navigate this mysterious, amorphic time as an author. Just as there are several avenues open to an author to publish, but this month’s guest authorContinue reading “So You Finished Your First Draft…Now What? With Guest Author Katrina N. Lewis”
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Beta Reading Guide: How to Get the Most from Beta Readers
Why is feedback so important? This question could be its own blog post… but receiving feedback is one of the best ways for writers to grow their writing prowess, improve their craft, and polish their stories. Sharing your work can be nerve wracking and may leave you feeling vulnerable, but like many things that seemContinue reading “Beta Reading Guide: How to Get the Most from Beta Readers”
Beta Reading Guide: How to be an Awesome Beta Reader
If you are reading this you are either… interested in beta reading and want to know what it’s all about, have committed to beta reading and want to know how to be the best little beta you can be, or are a seasoned beta reader and just looking to discover even more. Let’s start simple…Continue reading “Beta Reading Guide: How to be an Awesome Beta Reader”
Killing Your Darlings
In the spirit of October, I wanted to discuss something that might be a little bit scary. And what’s scarier than murder? Killing your darlings sounds harsh, and it can hurt! Essentially, you are taking something you like in your story (whether a character, scene, concept, etc.) and removing it for the greater good. YouContinue reading “Killing Your Darlings”
Newbie to Novelist 