Whoops! I’m not here today. I’m off partying someplace exotic. Or… actually not. But I am enjoying a ten-day vacation while visiting family! While I’m gone, I hope you get lots of writing done. But if you want to take a break and read something, check out the following five links for inspiration and fun. […]
July 28, 2017 by 53 Comments NewsGiveaway: Win a Freewrite Smart Typewriter!
The modern writer is constantly facing distractions unlike any other time in history. Web companies are spending billions of dollars for our attention. We are all part of the attention economy now. The fight for our attention means the only chance to maintain control is for each of us to take active steps in disconnecting. […]
March 3, 2017 by 4 Comments NewsIt’s Here! Creating Character Arcs Audio Book
It’s my pleasure to announce, to all of you who have been waiting for it, that the Creating Character Arcs audio book is now available, narrated once again by the amazing Sonja Field. I’ve had this unabridged audio version in the works ever since the paperback and e-book versions of Creating Character Arcs came out last winter—which apparently […]
February 17, 2017 by 108 Comments NewsLost at Sea Scavenger Hunt: Stop #8
Today, we’re going to do something just for fun! Welcome to the Lost at Sea Scavenger Hunt where we are helping the Kinsman people find a new home. If you’ve just found us, be sure to start the adventure at Stop #1, which is Jill Williamson’s blog. Want to Win Prizes? Want to win a […]
November 23, 2016 by 59 Comments NewsToday, I’m Thankful for… YOU!
Happy Thanksgiving, Wordplayers! I hope you’re gearing up for a wonderful day of family, friends, football, good food, and maybe some good shopping deals. I’m considering doing my first-ever Black Friday shopping trip, so wish me luck! As always this year, I am overwhelmed with things to be thankful for. It’s been a challenging year […]
June 22, 2016 by 11 Comments NewsJoin Me at the Writer’s Digest Science Fiction & Fantasy Online Conference
Ready to take your fantasy or sci-fi novel to the next level? I’m honored to be presenting this weekend at Writer’s Digest‘s 2nd annual Science Fiction and Fantasy Online Conference, June 25th and 26th. I’ll be joining other pros such as: Michael Sullivan Stephen Leigh Jeff Wheeler Tee Morris Pip Ballantine Philip Athans We’ll be talking […]
April 8, 2016 by 62 Comments NewsWant Exclusive Access to New Writing Books? Become a Wordplayer!
There are writers and there are authors and then there are Wordplayers. If you’re one of the latter, then this exclusive group is just for you! You guys are why I do what I do, and I want to create a special “street team” group that will give you early access to my upcoming writing how-to books, audiobooks, […]
December 25, 2015 by 55 Comments NewsMerry Christmas, Wordplayers
Merry Christmas, everyone! I hope you’re enjoying the holiday and counting it, as I do, an apt reminder of all God’s blessings throughout the year. Even if you’re not writing today (yeah, I admit it, I’m not that dedicated), I hope you’re full of ideas for the brand new year ahead of us. Looking forward to […]
December 18, 2015 by 49 Comments How to Become an AuthorLearn to Write: Top Writing Posts of 2015
Time always blows by quickly, and this year seemed to blast past at record speed. For me, 2015 was mostly a year of keeping my head down and working on my fiction. Some of my highlights in 2015 included: Story Structure Database launch German translation of Outlining Your Novel (joining its Japanese and Korean brethren) A […]
December 9, 2015 by 16 Comments NewsWho Won the Storming Launch Prize Package?
I gotta say it: you guys are amazing. I mean it. You make good stuff happen! The last five days of Storming‘s launch have been incredible–and that is entirely thanks to you. So thank you! Thank you for your overwhelming enthusiasm for the book. Thank you for taking it all the way to #2 in the […]
