Publishers,
Feel free to reprint any of the articles below in your print and/or online publications. I just ask that you: 1) not manipulate the article in any way, 2) include the resource box at the end of each article, 3) if using online, provide me with a URL to its home on your website.
Thanks, and happy writing!
"The most essential factor is persistence -- the determination never to allow your energy or enthusiasm to be dampened by the discouragement that must inevitably come."
- James Whitcomb Riley
Articles
Writing A Page Turner
Engaging characters and a carefully constructed plot are both crucial to the makings of a great novel.
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Baby Steps; Giant Results
Keep falling short of your writing goals? It may be time to look at the power of incremental change.
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Understanding Rejection Slips
Though never fun, rejection slips go with the territory. And a better understanding of them, may change your whole outlook.
View Article 5 Steps to Goal Setting
If you don't know where you are going, how can you expect to get there?
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The Hard Facts About Editing
To sell your article, novel, product, or yourself, you need to work on that very critical first impression--and a surefire way to make a bad impression is to present poorly edited work.
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Sell More Books
Do you want to sell books? Lots of books? If so, you have to become a tireless self-promoter. Not good at self-promotion? Not a problem. You can learn.
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3 Things You Must Do to be A Successful Writer
Do you really want to become a published author? Successful freelancer? Award-winning essayist? Then work toward it; become more serious about your writing.
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Four Ways Reality TV Can Improve Your Fiction
I'm still reluctant in most circles to voice my affection for "sur-reality" television. But the truth is that not only has this type of programming stolen a special place in my heart, I've discovered that it's useful for writing fiction.
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Author Interviews
Michael Connelly
Read what bestselling mystery writer Michael Connelly had to tell us about his approach to writing and his upcoming novel, The Closers.
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Janet Fitch
New York Times best-selling author Janet Fitch on writing, publishing, and what it's been like to be an Oprah Book Club pick.
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Tawni O'Dell
Author Tawni O'Dell's first novel, Back Roads (Viking), not only garnered glowing reviews from the likes of Publisher's Weekly, Kirkus Reviews, and the Chicago Tribune, but also won a coveted spot in Oprah Winfrey's world-renowned book club. Read what O'Dell had to tell us.
View Article Peter Abrahams
New York Times bestseller and Edgar Award-nominated writer Peter Abrahams has been keeping readers on the edge of their seats for decades with his memorable, unique characters, colorful writing style, and non-stop suspense. Peter Abrahams seems to have it all--even the praise of horror writer Stephen King.
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Jenna Glatzer
An award winning freelance writer/author, Jenna Glatzer has written hundreds of articles for publications such as Physical, Prevention, and Woman's World. Recently, we had the privilege of talking with Jenna about writing, some rewarding and challenging aspects of being a full-time freelance writer, and her most recent book, Make a Real Living as a Freelance Writer.
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John Blumenthal
Highly-prolific John Blumenthal has authored six books and co-written two feature films. His most recent venture, an originally self-published novel titled What About Dorfman? was bought by St. Martin's Press. Blumenthal talks to Writer's Break about his book and self-publishing.
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Andrea Semple
British novelist Andrea Semple--author of two romantic comedies, The Ex-Factor and most recently, The Make-Up Girl--talks to us about her approach to writing.
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Entertainment
Celebrities and Kaballah... Why the Fascination?
Celebrities rush to the Los Angeles-based Kabbalah Centre like the elderly to Friday night bingo tables. But what is Kabbalah exactly -- and what's the fascination?
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The Charmed Lives of Celebrities: Is It All That It's Cracked Up to Be?
Celebrities have so much: they live in ridiculously large homes, take ridiculously lavish vacations, and look, well... ridiculously good. They're idolized and idealized. But apparently celebrity doesn't come without its share of troubles.
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Health & Fitness A Touch of Bliss from the Far East
Today’s typical American is constantly on the go. But we’re becoming more health conscious, which is why a growing number of Americans are now flocking to an ancient form of bodywork most Westerners have never heard about: Thai massage.
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