I really believe in authors connecting with their readers, because readers allow writers to follow their dreams. And that's what I'm doing today: Instead of waiting for my next paperback while it goes through publication processes, I'm releasing an e-book in-between, and I want all of YOU to be a part of it, so I'm… Continue reading Writing Tips: Involve Your Readers
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Writing Tips: Join Contests
So the Undergraduate Reading Series went FANTASTIC--but I will post about that next time (That way, I have time to organize my words & thoughts before I share them with you all.) Today I wanted to talk about getting out there and exposing yourself to the publishing world (which is FULL of opportunities just waiting… Continue reading Writing Tips: Join Contests
Back to School
I’ve officially returned for my spring semester at the University of Kansas! As many of you already know, I’m studying to get my bachelor’s degree in English and Creative Writing. Because of that, I’m in two writing courses this semester—Poetry and Nonfiction. I’m really excited for what this semester will bring. I’m sure I will… Continue reading Back to School
Writing Tips: Being an Author: Pros & Cons
Yesterday would've been my mother's 54th birthday if she hadn't passed away on March 16, 2003. Today, I’m dedicating this post to her, because she is the reason I have become so passionate about my writing dream. Her memory has pushed me forward, time and time again, ever since 2003, and my passion is very… Continue reading Writing Tips: Being an Author: Pros & Cons
Website Wonders: Twitter: ShanAshleeT23
So I know my twitter isn't a website wonder, (because that would be egotistical of me), but I thought I'd give everyone my link today. I tweet writing quotes, writing tips, and about my own writing adventures. My twitter is also attached to my blog, so it's an easy way to see my updates. So… Continue reading Website Wonders: Twitter: ShanAshleeT23
Shannon Summary: Publishing
I have exciting news! I had the wonderful opportunity to share a great semester with talented poets, and our collection, "Poems: a collection of works by twelve young Kansas poets" was privately published at the end of our semester. It was also dedicated to my roommate, Kristine Andersen, who passed away October 7, 2012. This… Continue reading Shannon Summary: Publishing
Shannon Summary: How Do I Write?
Okay, so a week back, fellow blogger, WineCountryMom, suggested that I answer some questions about writing as she had done (which I thought was REALLY informing and interesting from one writer to another). So here’s my “How Do I Write?” interview: How long do you spend writing each day? How long I spend on writing… Continue reading Shannon Summary: How Do I Write?
My Primary Post
Since this is my first post, I feel obligated to say something prolific and wise, yet words cannot express how excited I am for the future! First, I’d like to thank the wonderful Robin Hoffman, The Get Published Coach, for exposing me to what is now my personal website and “coaching” me along the way.… Continue reading My Primary Post
