“Genre blending” is one of the hottest buzzwords in publishing right now, but what does it actually mean?
Tag: writing a book
The Chosen One or Secret Heir? Why It Matters More Than You Think
So what’s the difference between the Chosen One and the Secret Heir? Spoiler alert: they are not the same.
Sometimes Writing That Book Was A Waste Of Time
Before you freak at the title, please know that the point of blogging titles is to get you here, and now you’re here, so voilà. That said, I really do believe writing a book can be a waste of time. Why is that such a controversial thing to say? I know that the publishing industry… Continue reading Sometimes Writing That Book Was A Waste Of Time
How to Plot a Series and Make Every Book Stand Out
As an author with three series under my belt, I’m often asked how to plot a series, and I thought it was finally time to share a few tips. First thing is first, anyone considering traditional publishing should make book one a standalone. Don’t get me wrong. It’s great to have the dream of writing a series,… Continue reading How to Plot a Series and Make Every Book Stand Out
What Happened When I Opened an Old Manuscript that I Hadn’t Read in Three Years
Three years ago, I shelved a manuscript that I loved dearly but had to set aside in order to work on another project gaining interest in the market. It wasn’t a hard decision. At the time, I had just finished its third rewrite and, though it had recently won a writing contest, my other piece… Continue reading What Happened When I Opened an Old Manuscript that I Hadn’t Read in Three Years
