10 ways to increase productivity as an author

10 ways to increase productivity as an author

Stop me if you’ve heard this one: a writer walks into a bar and says, “Oh, me? I’m a novelist!” In response, a well-intentioned piece of smarm who’s had a bit too much to drink says, “Ah well, anyone can write a novel, can’t they? I’d do it myself if I only had the...
How to write an author bio that stands out and gets results

How to write an author bio that stands out and gets results

So you’ve spent all the time and effort polishing up your short story, essay, or novel into burnished perfection. The hard part’s over, right? Not so fast, writer! You still need to nail your author bio: the calling card that proudly announces you and your craft to...
Top business resources for authors

Top business resources for authors

Like many of you reading this, I am an author with aspirations. My number one goal is to one day be earning enough money from my writing that it can replace my day job. It’ll be just me, my laptop, and the magical universe pouring out of my imagination into book form....
Top writing craft resources for authors

Top writing craft resources for authors

As an author, I am parched! I am forever thirsty for knowledge on honing and developing my writing skills. Some say it takes writing several thousand words to find your author voice. Some say it’s a million. While there is no substitute for actual...