Own Your Writing Career (Don’t Let It Own You)
A blog series for writers.
Following your joy and intuition to a happy and productive writing life.
Own Your Writing Career (Don’t Let It Own You)
Make Every 10-Minute Block Count
Staying Positive, Even When It Hurts
Eyes on the Prize — What Is the Prize, for You?
To Stretch Thy Wings, Thou Must Try New Things
Buying Services AND Building Skills
Your Writing Depends on the Depth of Your Well
Avoid Comparisons — They Are Meaningless
Don’t Worry about Being Wronged — Just Write
Listen to Your Gut; Remember Your Values
Don’t Be Distracted by the Noise
Additional advice and resources I ADORE for authors:
Whether you’re a writer just committing to the butt-in-chair focus of your first novel, or an author of several works, you’ll need to foster connections with other writers in addition to getting words on the page. I could list a million reasons that writers need community, but I’m guessing since you’re reading my “writers” page on the website of a little-known indie fantasy writer, you’re on the hunt for knowledge or community already. There are some truly incredible voices out there, willing to share with you all that they know from their hard-one writing experience. These are the folks I pay attention to on a daily basis. They’re the people who add fuel to my creative capacity.
Dean Wesley Smith (*lectures and writing/publishing workshops available!!!*)
Kristine Kathryn Rusch (award winning and inventive fantasy author and editor)
Joanna Penn from The Creative Penn, which is a podcast, videos on YouTube, and a blog. There are also course offerings and she’s just up to a ton of cool stuff. A MUST LISTEN podcast for writers.
One takeaway message for writers thinking about publishing their work: A brave new world of publishing has entered with the digital revolution. There have never been more options for writers and authors to get their work in front of readers.
In general, I encourage writers to do their homework, and choose the option(s) that feel right for them. When I say do your homework, that includes reading (a lot!) on author/writing/publishing blogs, publisher websites, and researching the business of writing. You should know all of your options before you choose what is right for your situation. To that end, get reading, and if you like, you can start with the publishing insiders mentioned above — also regular reads for me, to keep on top of trends and changes in publishing.
Above all, write on! Enjoy the beauty and joy of creating your own worlds in your own words. Never stop learning and writing! 🙂
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