Smart Blogger

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Diving into the “novel vs book” debate isn’t just splitting hairs — it’s about getting to the heart of what we read and why it matters. Book or Novel? If you’re looking for an immersive story, you’ll lean towards a novel. Let’s get to the bottom of this literary puzzle, shall we?

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Melanie Saxton

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Write your novel! October 16-22 is a great time to write your novel. Don’t give up on your novel. It helps to seek a second independent set of eyes, and that’s where a writing professional enters the picture. No More Procrastination — Write Your Novel Now! I can help! Then voila !

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Jane Friedman

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Making things more awkward, my novel’s editor and my agent, who both lived in the area, were there, witnesses to just how wildly unpopular my book seemed to be. Mercifully, they took their seats and what began as one of the most cringeworthy nights of my writing career transformed into possibly the loveliest.

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Enchanting Marketing

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

If you want to write better sales copy, then learn the principles of persuasion and study how the best copywriters write their copy. How does their copy engage? How does it take away your objections to buying? How does it take away your objections to buying? How does it nudge you to buy?

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Melanie Saxton

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

What an honor to serve as the Christian fiction editor for More Than Sparrows, a novel by the talented D. Turn the pages and see for yourself how God turns fear to faith, doubt to hope, and loss to love.” I believe the world needs more faith-based books, and this is definitely one worth reading. A heartbroken preacher’s wife.

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Jane Friedman

MARCH 6, 2024

When writers think of writing intimate scenes, our minds often go straight to the bedroom—to romantic or sexual intimacy. Yes, these are necessary qualities of successful romantic relationships and make those steamy scenes in my favorite romance novels even more fun to read. A character will have varying levels of closeness (i.e.,

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Ben Settle

MAY 2, 2024

A while back on Twitter reader asked: “Ben, how much time do you spend writing fiction? Example: When I wrote my last novel (Enoch Wars: Serpent Seed) I spent about 5 months getting ahead on emails, offers, sales pages, and other projects to carve out 6 weeks or so to write the first draft. Or is it quite sporadic?

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Jane Friedman

MARCH 13, 2024

Her writing has been published by Terror House Magazine, Horror Tree, Defenestration, and Amsterdam Quarterly. Fairleigh has published three fantasy novels, all part of the Elemental Artist series. You know how people say you should write the book you wish someone would write? and Canada.

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Melanie Saxton

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

His book, Guilty as Sin , i s a novel of suspense, betrayal, and greed inspired by true events. His work then — and now by writing a true crime book — honors an innocent young victim and exposes unacceptable cracks in the foster care and adoption system. Ken kindly shared: “Melanie was absolutely great to work with. Questions?

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Jane Friedman

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

If I’m trying out a new restaurant, I’ll often scan the menu for a variation on staples like the club sandwich or fish and chips because I know I usually like those dishes and it’s fun to see how different chefs make their version of a common dish. Tropes are a staple of genre fiction. And yet, writers still use them. It is impossible.

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Enchanting Marketing

JANUARY 16, 2024

So, how can you keep your readers engaged? So, below follow 4 ways to use surprise in your writing and keep your readers captivated … 1. How can we break through such patterns? Has this happened to you? You’re driving to work. The usual journey. On the highway. 30 miles later you suddenly realize you’re at your exit.

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Jane Friedman

JANUARY 17, 2024

This week, my sophomore novel Valley Verified came out into the world—exactly one year after my debut novel The Fraud Squad was published. A year ago, I was riding high on adrenaline as my debut novel found its way onto bookshelves around the world. Photo by Ryan Graybill on Unsplash Today’s post is by novelist Kyla Zhao.

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Smart Blogger

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Whether you’re looking to summarize novels, screenplays, or research, this ultimate guide delves into the intricacies of creating a compelling synopsis. We’ll navigate through the essentials, tackle common pitfalls, and explore not just the ‘what’ but the ‘how’ of synopsis writing.

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Jane Friedman

APRIL 4, 2023

Contemplating what comes after you’ve completed the first draft of a novel is a lot like getting lost in Vermont. For the writer (a traveler of sorts), this predicament raises existential questions: How do you find a way back to the beginning, or else on to the next great destination? A great big question— How do I make this better?

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Melanie Saxton

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

If this is your year to start your manuscript, finish your novel, invest in editing, or get serious about marketing, then reserve your spot! Ghostwriting Autobiographies, memoirs, legacy books, historical fiction, upmarket fiction, romance novels, sci-fi, thrillers, politics, societal issues and observations, and more!

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Melanie Saxton

OCTOBER 14, 2023

05¢ depending on the degree of difficulty (for instance, citations and the back matter mentioned above, but also adherence to your writing style guide, which is generally the Chicago Manual of Style or CMOS for novels). Do you need a book editor? If so, contact me , and let’s discuss your manuscript. 09¢ per word or more.

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Melanie Saxton

OCTOBER 12, 2023

05¢ depending on the degree of difficulty (for instance, citations and the back matter mentioned above, but also adherence to your writing style guide, which is generally the Chicago Manual of Style or CMOS for novels). Do you need a book editor? If so, contact me , and let’s discuss your manuscript. 09¢ per word or more.

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Enchanting Marketing

JULY 25, 2023

Uhm, yeah … The most common writing advice is to write daily. But … Daily writing is not possible for everyone. At best, I write daily-ish. But I am always ( well, almost always ) keen to return to writing. A Hemingway bridge keeps momentum going, reduces procrastination, and even helps me write faster.

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Jane Friedman

JUNE 15, 2023

There’s a lot of excellent advice on this blog for getting over the finish line with publishing a novel (and a lot of less excellent advice on the same subject elsewhere!). A solid story, compelling characters, and strong writing are a great start (especially when you combine that with an accurate understanding of the business of publishing).

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Melanie Saxton

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Whether you’re writing a technical manual, an autobiography, a novel, or a self-help book, how expertly you convey your message matters. Available on Amazon I’ve always loved storytelling, from the time I repeated fairy tales to my siblings to the time I began writing magazine editorials and editing books.

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Melanie Saxton

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Let me know how I can help with your novel writing, ghostwriting, and book editing projects! It was a great honor to serve as a military memoir editor for Bill Mercer. This renowned sportscaster and inductee into the Texas Radio Hall of Fame had an astounding career in broadcast media. Have q uestions?

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Jane Friedman

JUNE 14, 2023

This month’s Ask the Editor is sponsored by The Writing Consultancy. No matter how well-written it is, sending a 750-word query announces, “I don’t know much about how publishing works.” Padriñán Ask the Editor is a column for your questions about the editing process and editors themselves. It also features first-page critiques.

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Melanie Saxton

OCTOBER 2, 2023

I help authors write their unique legacy books and capture family backstories for posterity. If you aren’t sure how to tackle this type of story arc, don’t worry. If you aren’t sure how to tackle this type of story arc, don’t worry. Leave the Worrying to Me! That’s where I come in!

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Melanie Saxton

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

But how do you start the process? Time-saving Writing a book, article, or any other form of content requires a significant investment of time and effort. By hiring a ghostwriter, you can delegate the writing tasks and focus on other important aspects of your life or business. Hiring a ghostwriter simplifies your life.

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Melanie Saxton

OCTOBER 14, 2023

Author Frank Goff’s book, Chicago Crime Story: A true-crime novel inspired by actual events , is a deep dive into some of the cases he worked on the streets of Chicago. From his Amazon page : Note that I often help authors write their back cover blurbs and Amazon listing descriptions. The bottom line?

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Jane Friedman

DECEMBER 14, 2022

I’ve actually sent hundreds of queries for four different novels over the past decade. Without going into detail, I queried a novel and eventually got an agent, parted ways with that agent, queried some more, collected rejections, wrote three more novels, queried more, revised a lot, had some babies, and then got back to querying.

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Jane Friedman

AUGUST 31, 2023

Photo by karina zhukovskaya Note from Jane: In the earliest days of my career, I served as managing editor of Writer’s Digest magazine, and one of the nicest parts of my job was calling up winners of our writing contests, including the National Self-Published Book Awards. But I had reached my limit. I was defeated.

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Jane Friedman

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

When I help my clients prepare the pitch materials for their novel, it’s not just the query and synopsis we focus on—it’s their opening pages. But none of that answers a burning question so many of us have: How do I know if I’m actually starting in the right place ? But published novels that actually do so are rare.

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Melanie Saxton

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Author Frank Goff’s book, Chicago Crime Story: A true-crime novel inspired by actual events , is a deep dive into some of the cases he worked on the streets of Chicago. From his Amazon page : Note that I often help authors write their back cover blurbs and Amazon listing descriptions. The bottom line?

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Jane Friedman

MARCH 14, 2024

In 2015, I attended a writing retreat with Natalie Goldberg and had a terrible revelation. Now, nine years later, I have a solid writing community that continues to grow and support me. Literary community is the collective connected through the making of literature: writing, reading, and publishing. Word folks, of all kinds.

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Make a Living Writing

AUGUST 28, 2023

From learning the A to Z of new writing techniques to listening to everyday stories from industry experts, podcasts have emerged as an indispensable resource for every writer’s toolkit. The Essential Guide to Writing a Novel ? What We Love: Their step-by-step manual on how to craft a novel. ?

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Jane Friedman

JANUARY 3, 2024

As a writer and avid reader myself, I have a soft spot for the kids who hide open novels under their desks or stay up all night reading. I also know that a good novel has everything teen brains are primed to crave—excitement, emotion, and escape. It was tanking her grade. Most days, I get home from school and start reading a book.

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Jane Friedman

DECEMBER 29, 2022

As an independent editor and book coach, I’ve worked with writers at every stage of the writing process, from those first brainstorming exercises all the way through to the polished final draft. Novels that lack a real character arc can be well written, and moving at the level of the scene, and perhaps even have some truly poignant moments.

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The Creative Penn

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

How long have you been thinking about writing a novel? Why haven’t you written your novel yet? What stopped you before — and how can you break through that barrier now? This is an excerpt from How to Write a Novel by Joanna Penn, available in ebook, audiobook, paperback, hardback and workbook editions.].

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Jane Friedman

APRIL 19, 2023

Author Elisa Lorello’s exploratory dive into ChatGPT led her to discover its usefulness to fiction and nonfiction writers, and she shares them all in her new book The AI Author Assistant: How to Use Chat GPT to Optimize Your Writing Progress and Income While Retaining Your Human Touch. Let’s just say I took one for the team.)

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Copywriter Collective

OCTOBER 10, 2023

A Novel approach to the challenges of our profession. For a long-lasting battery, he writes a song called Staying Power to be used in an ad showing people displaying their perseverance, tackling various projects in which a long-lasting battery plays an important role.

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Jane Friedman

APRIL 25, 2023

With the lines of fact and fabrication blurred, readers are engaged in wondering what’s real, what isn’t, and how they can figure out which is which. So whether you write fiction, nonfiction or both, at some point you’ll probably consider this genre. Photo by Designecologist Todays post is by author Adele Annesi ( @WordforWords ).

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