The Hidden Pitfalls of Publishing

Gives the low-down on the long road of getting published and why you need to stay persistent and positive

Watch Your Words…and Count Them While You’re at It?

It's a lot of pressure to meet word count requirements. This post discusses how one can prevent that from impeding his/her writing process.

Shares the scams I've run across while pursuing a career in writing and how to recognize them

Creating twist and turns readers don't see coming is one of the most fun parts of writing. But can one go too far?

Everyone has an opinion on what you should write, but should you let that change your mind?

Discusses the need to revise your work and what can help you do so.

The pitfalls of having your work up for criticism and realistic ways to deal with it

An honest assessment of how much writers earn and what really measures one's success

How to make the most of the limited time an author has to promote a book

A balanced way to view goals, especially those dependent on external factors