“The things you regret are the risks you don’t take.”

I wish I could claim credit for that bit of wisdom but the truth is, I heard it in the movie “Grumpy Old Men.” It was spoken by Ann-Margaret to Jack Lemmon about relationships, and not being afraid to offer your heart to someone. It seemed like good advice but I think it applies to other things in life, too.

As writers, we’re obligated to take chances and push boundaries. Some of us pushed our…

Ever wish you could dazzle people with your brilliant vocabulary? This month, my guest blogger award winning, best-selling author Tim Smith, shares some advice from the “experts” about how to do this. Of course, he’s added his own insights and a delightful dash of humor. You don’t want to miss this one.

A group of university professors released a list of words they feel we should use on a regular basis. They’re convinced that the ten words they focused on will make us…

How to Be Heard in Today’s World

Would you like to get the attention of key decision makers in your world of writing, publishing, marketing, or blogging?

Then check out this story: https://medium.com/book-marketing-stories/how-to-be-heard-in-todays-world-5a4100d76912…

Are you an author, writer or indie publisher? 

I have just completed a major update of my ebook Secrets of Manifestation.  Among other things, it contains a section specifically for authors, writers and independent publishers. …

Promote, Network, and Learn for FREE!

Promo Day, the popular online event for people in the writing industry organised by international best selling author and illustrator Jo Linsdell, will take place on Saturday 5th May.

The annual event for people in the writing industry…

I am researching book marketing and I've come across the work of John Kremer.



This is a great new post by him.  Check out my blog post:  How…

A Tool Kit for Grade 6 to 8 writers

• Creative ideas and tips
• Practical pointers to improve writing skills
• Analysis of student written essays and stories
• Explore different writing techniques
• Recognize common mistakes in writing
• Common Core State Standards aligned…

Jonathan Raab is a veteran of the Afghanistan war, where he served as an infantryman assigned to a combat advisor team. He is the editor-in-chief of Muzzleland Press and an editor for the War Writers’ Campaign. His work has appeared in The New York Times’ At War Blog, CNN.com, the Military Success Network, Literati Presents, The Stars and Stripes,…

This was posted on Facebook when I was tied up in skirmish with Yankees at Roaring Camp .... but Tierney James has me included on her site for #4 of group of other authors. Interesting..... check out Journeys, Treks and Daylilies at ...…

Writing Advice from Authors to Authors is a series of books (four so far) with essays written by writers about writerly things. The advice given is as varied as the authors who wrote it. I was honored to be asked to contribute.

So without further ado, here is an excerpt of About Your Writer's Block, my portion of the book.…

Join Host Irene Roth Today at 6pm Eastern - 5pm Central - 4pm Mountain - 3pm Pacific for a discussion about families, communication and much more. The discussion is open to callers and comments/questions in the chatroom.…

 Have some fun Wednesday MAY 14 at 11 AM PST  NOON MT  1PM CST  2 PM EST when Marsha and Virginia talk with children's authors as they all celebrate writing for children.  



Listen to the show at…

In the summer of 2004, I had a startling, life-changing Holy Spirit encounter. Following that encounter, I became a Holy Spirit-inspired writer. I had no previous experience of book publishing, therefore when I completed my first book I had no idea of how and with whom to publish my book.

My first book is a question and answer book with me asking God the questions on behalf of the entire human race and God the Maker providing all the answers. As far as I was concerned, this makes my…

@ fellow Authors, Publishers & Academics, you owe it to your readers to produce the best possible manuscript; Pagan Publications Ireland highly recommends Strategic Office Solutions, a virtual office at your fingertips, no matter where you are in the world. …

Great show planned for April 1 at 4 PM EST 3PM CST. Marsha's special

guest will be Leigh Michaels.Leigh  is the author of more than 100

books, including contemporary romance novels,  historical romance

novels, and non-fiction…