Guest Post by JB Harris, Author of The Immigrant’s Wife Meet JB Harris, an author who has successfully navigated the complexities of traditional publishing. In her post titled “How I Traditionally Published My Book Without an Agent,” JB candidly shares her journey, shedding light on the process of securing a traditional publishing deal without the aid of an agent. Drawing from her own experiences, JB offers insights and practical advice, providing a glimpse into the less conventional path to traditional publishing. Her narrative serves as a valuable resource for aspiring authors seeking to understand the dynamics of the publishing industry. Join me as we explore JB Harris’s account, gaining valuable…
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Guest Post – Anxiety and Self-Doubt: My Constant Writing Companions (and tools for alleviating them) by Lucy A. McLaren
We met Lucy a few days ago during an interview, where she shared a bit about herself and her upcoming book. Here she shares with us an post on anxiety and self doubt. Something that many writers face. Follow Lucy on her website here and on Twitter. I’m writing this blogpost from the point of view of someone who is both a writer and a counsellor. I am not an expert in either of these fields, but they are areas for which I feel equally passionate—and for me they are inherently linked together, whilst also influencing each other. I started writing my first book A Child’s Awakening in March 2018…
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Guest Post – The Journey Over The Destination By Joseph Donne
Joseph Donne is an unpublished writer who lives in Ohio with his wife, two kids, and two cats. Visit http://josephdonne.com to get in touch or find him on Twitter or Instagram Right about this time two years ago, I made the decision that I was going to jump in with both feet and give this writing thing a go. I was that walking cliché that told people I “always wanted to write a book,” and some part of me wanted to believe I would be able to just sit down and do the thing. I’d written some short stories when I was younger (Yes, I still have them, and no,…
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The Guest Post Page
Here is where I invite other writers to share their thoughts and experiences on their writing process. If you would like to share something, just send me an email or a message on Twitter.
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A Guest Post – From Plotter to Planster By Jemma Murdoch
Jemma Murdoch, an Australian novelist, currently exploring the diversity of literary fiction, whilst working towards her first publication. Follow this awesome lady on Twitter Head down, madly scribbling on my notebook. Yep. That was me, fellow writers and readers, a plotter through and through. During the creation of my first two novels, I craved those sticky notes and carefully drafted character bios like my morning coffee. Messy handwriting filled page after page of those dollar notebooks from the department store. And yes, the plotting extended further than paper. My whole story would be mapped out in mind, a virtual movie, before my fingertips ever graced the keyboard. Now—I see you…