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By Mariah T. Writing a scene involving a car crash can be a little tricky. It's a dramatic event, and as such, if done poorly, it can look like a writer's attempt to lure the reader into having emotions through unresearched, unskilled and lazy methods. But you can write car-crash scenes to great effect if … Continue Reading about Guest Post: How to Write a Realistic Car Crash Sequence
By Emmanuel Nataf We all dream about getting published one day. But the road to seeing our names in print? That depends on how you … Continue Reading about Guest Post: The 4 Biggest Mistakes You Can Make When Entering a Writing Contest
Videos can be a great tool for marketing. But there's a lot to learn. Below are some resources to help you get started, and links to updates … Continue Reading about Resources for Making Videos and Marketing With Them
Social media is great. You can connect with people easily, you can learn new things, and you can share awesome content. It's also a lot of hard work, because you want to make sure you are posting high quality … Continue Reading about Growing Your Presence on Social Media
Marketing is a crucial part of book publishing. If no one knows your book is out there, how can you expect people to read it? With that in mind, here's a compilation of tips and tools that can help you with your … Continue Reading about Indie Authors: Book Promotion Tools and Tips
By Alexandria Evensen As an independent author you must fill two distinct roles—that of the creative, and that of the entrepreneur. If you’re reading this it’s probably safe to assume you’re not just writing for … Continue Reading about Guest Post: 5 Steps to Finding Profitable Book Topics on Amazon
It's hard to make a living from writing. Below are different ways to get funding for your work. Grants and Scholarships The Elizabeth George Foundation: "[...] committed to providing emerging playwrights, short … Continue Reading about Monetary Options for Authors
When it comes to blogging, there's a lot to know. Here are some resources to help you, whether you're starting out or looking to grow your blog. Blog Posts "12 Steps to a Great Blog Post" on Australian Christian … Continue Reading about Starting and Growing Your Blog
Social media is an important piece of an indie author's platform. And there are always new features and trends to learn about. Below are some recent news items, as well as tips and resources for using social … Continue Reading about Social Media Updates and Resources
With digital storytelling, there are new, interactive, immersive ways to share stories. Here are a few cool examples: StoryNexus: Access hundreds of interactive worlds, from science fiction to romance to … Continue Reading about Interactive Stories
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