Social media is a must for writers today. Connecting with readers through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other platforms is easy and welcomed, but it can get overwhelming. With the myriad of ways we have of posting information—sometimes live—it’s easy to succumb to publishing pressures. Personally, I still struggle to figure out where my balance is… Continue reading Writers, It’s Okay To Log Out
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Give An Author A Second Chance
Recently I came across a poll on Twitter. How many times do you give an author a chance before you swear off their work indefinitely? Before I get into what everyone said, please take a minute to consider this question for yourself. Do you pick up every book someone writes and try it out? Do… Continue reading Give An Author A Second Chance
Is Romance Necessary in YA?
Romance sells. (Or, as they usually say, sex sells.) And now more than ever, sex is being introduced into young adult literature every day. But that’s another debate for another day. Instead, I wanted to focus on the overall umbrella term of romance in YA. Is romance necessary in every YA book? The short answer… Continue reading Is Romance Necessary in YA?
When Writing Makes Reading Hard
When Writing Makes Reading Hard by Susannah Ailene Martin I’ve been writing seriously since I was 15. In other words, I’ve had 5 years of training in the craft of writing. That’s how writing works; the more you do it, the better you get at it. I’ve learned a lot about how story structure works and… Continue reading When Writing Makes Reading Hard
Writers and Vocabulary
“If you don't have time to read, you don't have the time (or the tools) to write.” The famous Stephen King said it, and so many more agree. I vehemently say this to every writer I know. Why? Because it amazes me how many writers don’t read on a regular basis. By reading, you’re expanding… Continue reading Writers and Vocabulary
#MondayBlogs Dear Readers, Harness Your Power
I want this book, but it wasn’t in the store. I wish I could find more books by this author, or about this topic, or with these types of characters. I want more inclusive books. I want diverse books. I want debut authors. But why is that book online and not in the store? Why… Continue reading #MondayBlogs Dear Readers, Harness Your Power
Bye Bye Blogging (For Now)
Don’t be afraid! Don’t be! Every year I do this, but I know many of you are new, so here’s a little explanation. I am taking a month off of blogging and social media in general. While November was last year’s doom and gloom month, this year I have chosen October. But what do I… Continue reading Bye Bye Blogging (For Now)
September’s Ketchup
September was too much fun! For those of you just now checking in this month, Ketchup actually means “catch up.” At the end of every month, I write these posts describing what goes on behind the scenes at ShannonAThompson.com. Some of the topics I cover include my big moments, top blog posts, my top referrer,… Continue reading September’s Ketchup
Website Wonders & Four-Year Blogiversary
First, I want to give a shout out to WordPress and everyone I've met in the blogosphere! Today is my four-year anniversary with WordPress, and I'm still totally, completely in love with this community. Thanks for having me. ~SAT Every month, I share all of the websites I come across that I find helpful, humorous,… Continue reading Website Wonders & Four-Year Blogiversary
#SATurdate: Penned Con, Descendants of the Sun, Snow Like Ashes, & Paperbacks
What I’m Writing: I’m 52,291 words into Bad Bloods: July Thunder! I was sort of—maybe—kind of hoping to keep this book under 120,000 words, but it looks like it will be just as long as the first two installments at this point. It’s kind of funny not knowing if it will be one book or… Continue reading #SATurdate: Penned Con, Descendants of the Sun, Snow Like Ashes, & Paperbacks
