Since my last posting, I've done a lot of thinking about what writing tips I'm going to share next. I knew one thing: I wanted to expand on issues I've learned recently through rewriting and editing A Timely Death trilogy. Then I realized I wanted to talk about that in general: series. Lots of writers want… Continue reading Writing Tips: Sequel, Trilogy, Series, etc.
Category: Writing Tips
Guest Blog: Matter of Resistance – Six Years In The Making
Hey, everyone. For this brief moment, I am Shannon. The rest of this post has been written by the fantastic author, Raymond Vogel. You see, I'm out of town again due to a death in the family, but I'll be back on Tuesday, and Ray has graciously agreed to help me keep my blog going… Continue reading Guest Blog: Matter of Resistance – Six Years In The Making
Editing Tips: Word Count
Word count matters. As writers,we've all heard this. Although there are exceptions, this rule is especially true for beginning writers applying to publishers. Because of this, I thought I'd talk about it today since I know many of my readers are looking at publications opportunities. 1. Target Audience: This is a big one, because it often… Continue reading Editing Tips: Word Count
Writing Tips: Holidays
As promised, I'm continuing writing tips, and today I am concentrating on the use of holidays in literature. No matter what culture you have or what country you live in, you probably celebrate holidays. I think this is a beautiful thing. Not only do holidays give us an opportunity to remember aspects of life like… Continue reading Writing Tips: Holidays
Sharing Childhood Inspiration
Website Update: Minutes Before Sunset is falling behind on Goodreads Book of the Month. Please vote if you haven't already. I could really use your help! Vote here. As writers, we've held the dream of writing for a long time. Finding out an author started writing at a very young age happens more often than not, and… Continue reading Sharing Childhood Inspiration
Website Wonders: For Readers & Writers
Website Update: 2.40 p.m. The host of Goodreads has clarified the poll is working and no one is cheating. She's excited when new members join and vote, so I'm still in, and I feel much better about the situation. Thank you to everyone who's supported me, voted, and even returned to explain who you are,… Continue reading Website Wonders: For Readers & Writers
Paperback Published & Spotlight Interview
WEBSITE UPDATE: If you all recall, Minutes Before Sunset needed nominations for "Book of the Month" on Goodreads, and you all succeeded! But I need votes. PLEASE VOTE BY CLICKING THE LINK. I need all of the support I can get 😀 Thank you for voting: Gregory S. Lamb, Christina Channelle, Amber Forbes, Bob Williams, Marie… Continue reading Paperback Published & Spotlight Interview
I’m Back :]
I've returned from my vacation, and I am so excited, because I returned to ShannonAThompson.com passing 8,000 followers 😀 Thank you for the coming home present. I'm truly blessed to be gifted with so much encouragement, and I'm working hard to get more novels out along with writing and publishing tips. But what am I… Continue reading I’m Back :]
Updates: Chapter Two, Book of the Month Nomination & New Cover Photos
June 8th Update: My Facebook Author Page went over 400 likes tonight! Thank you for the support, everyone! Your kindness encourages the future in the best way an author can hope for. Just a reminder: I am going on vacation, and I will be back Wednesday, June 12th. Until then, check out my new cover photos on… Continue reading Updates: Chapter Two, Book of the Month Nomination & New Cover Photos
Minutes Before Sunset: One Month
I've been overwhelming happy with all that's happened over the past month. It's a gift to be able to share my words and stories with readers, and I am working hard to get "Seconds Before Sunrise" ready for publication this Fall. Speaking of which, this blog will be changing in the future to support the… Continue reading Minutes Before Sunset: One Month
