Showing posts with label Resources. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Resources. Show all posts

Tuesday 29 September 2015

Focus & Self-Disipline; The Hardest Things About Being A Writer

I've been a writer for many years now.

I began writing part-time and working part-time and gradually transitioned to quitting my part-time job and writing for a living.

One of the things I love about writing is the actual writing.

What I find the most difficult is actually saying no to doing other things so that I can sit down and write.

Working alone every day isn't easy, especially at first.

It's different when you're at work and you have a boss looking over your shoulder making sure you get all your work done.

But when you're at home and it's a nice sunny day, and you live near the beach like I do, it's sometimes hard to sit down and write.

What I found that helped in the beginning was to download writing courses and work my way through them. That kept me on track without my having to think of what to do or what to write.

I began with an easy course called Quick Cash Writing that helped me earn money while also helping me to develop a daily writing habit.

I also studied ebooks, courses and audios about concentration, focus and creativity. These products were invaluable and helped me in more ways than I probably realise.

And right now, if you want to increase your writing output, have more ideas for writing than you ever had before AND improve your concentration, focus and creativity, Writer's Digest have put together a huge writing and creative package of digital and physical products that also comes at a huge discounted price. This package would normally sell for well over $200 but is currently discounted to less than $50.

In this package you'll find the following:

A Writer's Guide to Persistence
PAPERBACK
Persistence is often the key ingredient - the dividing line - between authors who successfully publish and those who don't. A Writer's Guide to Persistence teaches authors how to overcome writer's block, weather rejection, avoid discouragement and embrace the writing journey. You'll want to turn to this easy-to-read manual for writing tips and encouragement time and time again. With this guide, you'll be able to develop a lifelong, fulfilling writing habit and attain your writing goals, whatever they may be.

A Year of Writing Prompts
DOWNLOAD
With a year's worth of creative writing prompts, you'll have one of the most productive writing years of your life! Overcome writer's block and create and sustain an effective writing practice that endures through all of life's hurdles.

Building Your Writing Life
DOWNLOAD
Let's get practical and figure out how to build the writing life you want. In this tutorial, you'll find instruction on how to make the time to write, how to push through your excuses and build a writing routine, and how to develop a support system to make sure your writing plans succeed.

Mastering the Craft of Writing
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Are you ready to write better and finally master the craft of writing? More than a simple primer on writing style, Mastering the Craft of Writing presents over 50 sharply focused strategies to help writers craft stronger, more effective works, no matter what their genre or medium. Stephen Wilbers presents a series of proven methods for writing with greater emphasis, style, and personality.

5 Easy Ways to Avoid Burnout
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Revive your love of writing and overcome the sometimes demoralizing life of an aspiring author! In this tutorial, you'll learn the easiest ways to make sure you sustain an effective writing practice and see your dream through to publication.

Writer with a Day Job
PAPERBACK
You can work full time and have a productive writing life. Many writers waste time waiting for the day they can finally quit their day jobs and live the so-called writing dream. Don't wait. You can do both – and your writing will be the better for it. Learn how to balance your full-time job and the productive writing life you want with exercises, inspiration and techniques.

The Writer's Workout
PAPERBACK
Get the daily jolt of energy your writing life needs from The Writer's Workout. Inside you'll learn manageable, no-nonsense techniques for every aspect of your writing career from getting organized to connecting with your audience to relationship building.

The Daily Writer eBook
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This devotional for all writers emphasizes the importance of deep thinking in the context of writing and cultivating a meaningful writing life. Action-oriented entries prompt you to integrate practice into your daily life and dedicate meaningful thought to your writing pursuits. From getting in a creative frame of mind to maintaining good writing habits to breaking through writer's block, this helpful guide is every writer's key to developing the discipline, focus, and dedication needed to become successful.

10 Practical Tips for More Consistent, Productive Writing
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As a writer, you know that nothing is more important (and satisfying) than seeing your writing projects go from start to finish. But that isn't always easy when you're on your own – isolation, resistance, unstructured time, and distractions all get in the way. Learn how to develop a consistent, productive, and professional writing habit to see your writing through to "Done!"

This is a HUGE collection and has everything you need to help you kickstart your writing career.

So if you're serious about wanting to work as a writer and earn your income from your writing, but you struggle with coming up with ideas, knowing what to write or simply find it hard to apply butt to chair, then this package will definitely help you.

And don't forget it comes with a whole year's worth of writing prompts.

Use the link below to see more of what you'll be getting.


Create a Lasting & Productive Writing Practice Bundle Only $49.99 at Writer's Digest Shop

You can download most of the products straight away and start writing today.

This is a discount that won't last long.

Happy writing.

Thursday 28 May 2015

2 Really Great Offers For Writers - But You Have To Be Quick

This is just a really quick notice that there are currently two really great offers for writers, but the offers only last a short time (a few days)

First is an offer for anyone serious about wanting to be a screenplay writer.

The second offer is for 50% on ebooks for writers, including The 2015 Novel and Short Story Writers' Markets, The Kick-Ass Writer, Writing New Adult Fiction and 2015 Songwriters Markets. Just apply the discount code on checkout to get your 50% discount. There are several pages of ebooks to choose from.

But these offers don't last long. One finishes in 2 days.

So here they are:

Shop the Final Draft Sale at Writers Store
Final Draft 9 retains all of its studio-tested features used by Hollywood giants like Tom Hanks, J.J. Abrams, James Cameron, and Aaron Sorkin, while setting new benchmarks in performance and ease of use. With Final Draft 9, you’ll enjoy over 30 new and improved features, plus a fresh look and feel for both Mac and Windows users. Now, get Final Draft 9 for $69+, Valid 26th May till 5th June 2015.

50% Off eBooks through May 31 with Offer Code TAKE50 at Writer's Digest Shop
Want to improve your writing skills but don't want to wait around to take action? Browse the eBooks and start learning how to write a book, discover the steps to getting published, and learn how to effectively market your book to a wide audience. With downloadable eBooks on fiction writing, character development, screenwriting, story outlines and even how to get started writing, we can help take your idea from page to publisher.

Offer Code TAKE50 Valid 29th May till 31st May 2015.


Monday 13 April 2015

New Great Offers for Writers to Help You Finally Get Your Projects Started AND Finished

Today I have several new offers for you from Writers' Store and Writers' Digest.

Their products are already helping thousands of writers all over the world and really are great to own and to use.

If you've been promising yourself that there's a novel you're going to write or a screenplay your going to finish or any other writing project that you just can't seem to get around to completing, then download (or buy and have shipped) any of these (or other) writing resources and FINALLY get things started and finished.


Save $20 on Character Writer 3.1 software at the Writers Store
What’s the one element that can make a story a megahit? A complex and compelling character at the center of the action is the thing that can blast a story into the blockbuster stratosphere. You can quickly create characters that connect with Character Writer 3.1, a development program that combines the power of the Enneagram personality-typing system with story-generating tools to help you create fully realized characters and perfectly organized plots, all in one easy-to-use interface.
On sale 5th April to the 20th 2015

Free Shipping on the new book A Writer's Guide to Persistence at Writer's Digest Shop!
Persistence is often the key ingredient between authors who successfully publish and those who don’t. A Writer’s Guide to Persistence teaches authors how to sustain their writing habit, weather rejection, avoid discouragement and embrace the writing journey. The writing and publishing world is rapidly changing, causing many writers to be distracted from their true writing purpose. This book is chocked full of writing resources including advice and experiences from bestselling authors.
Free shipping from 7th to 20th April 2015

Save 84% on Write & Sell Your First Novel Premium Collection at Writer's Digest Shop!
There IS a formula for writing a novel that sells! Learn the insider secrets from agents, editors and authors for writing a novel that hooks readers from the very first sentences. In this value pack, you’ll find 10 resources to help you write a breakout novel and get published. You’ll find out how to skip the slush pile and attract agents and publishers alike by editing your work to fit within today’s publishing landscape.

Shop the new edition of Hollywood Screenwriting Directory at the Writers Store
The product of The Writers Store’s three-plus decades working directly with the people behind the world’s favorite films, The Hollywood Screenwriting Directory is a specialized resource for discovering where and how to sell your screenplay. Always on the pulse of Hollywood, this Spring/Summer edition boasts updates on over 50% of the previous directory listings. Plus, you’ll find all-new points of contact for Execs, including more email addresses and Facebook profiles, and a new sample Submission Release Form.

Writing a Novel for Screenwriters Premium Collection (Windows Version) for Just $99 at Writers Store
Translate your screenwriting skills into a novel that sells! With this specialized bundle designed to help the first-time novel writer, you'll find concrete, proven strategies to take you on a journey from idea to published manuscript. In this value pack, you'll find 11 resources including project management software to help you stay organized and on task. Available in April 2015 Only!
Writing a Novel for Screenwriters Premium Collection (Mac Version) for Just $99 at Writers Store


Friday 27 March 2015

4 Discounted Resources For Writers

Here is the latest batch of ever-popular, discounted offers from Writers Store and Writers' Digest. These resources are helping hundreds of thousands of writers all over the world and are becoming even more popular because they are so useful.

Take a look at some of them and see for yourself.

Save 75% on Writing and Selling Christian Fiction at Writer's Digest Shop
Writing Christian fiction is equally challenging and rewarding. The Christian fiction genre places great responsibility on its authors while at the same time provides a sense of accomplishment that is arguably unmatched in any other genre. In this specialized value pack, you’ll find three resources chocked full of exercises and instruction on writing Christian fiction.

Get 50% off OnDemand Webinars with coupon code Save 50 at Writer's Digest Shop!
Writers Digest has the best online writing seminars, classes & tutorials online. Whether you're looking for advice from experts on how to write a fiction book, how to write a screenplay, or how to use the best writing software to outline your next novel, our writing webinars can help you improve your writing skills across a multitude of styles & genres. Valid 27th March to 31st March 2015.

Get $20 off Writing Mysteries & Thrillers That Sell with offer code THRILL20 at Writer's Digest Shop
Writing mysteries and thriller novels can be a very lucrative career. Mysteries and thrillers are one of the most exciting forms of fiction being written today, with millions of readers eager for new stories. Your readers seek accuracy, compelling characters, and suspenseful plots. With this collection, you'll learn how to add these elements to your writing and keep your readers turning pages all night long.

On Sale! Write a TV Pilot in 90 Days package at the Writers Store
It’s no secret that some of today’s best storytelling is happening on the small screen. Looking to jump in to this exciting new world of TV, but are uncertain of how to start? Give the Story Specialists 90 days, and they’ll help you complete a polished, viable TV pilot and Show Bible you can use to break into television writing.


Monday 9 February 2015

Amazon Deals This Week Only - Plus Free Ebooks From Amazon

As you are probably aware, next Saturday is Valentine's Day.

Personally it's not a day I celebrate at all (I love my husband every day and I don't have to give him a gift or card to prove it) but I know most people do.

Amazon also knows that most people celebrate Valentine's Day and they are offering 2 really great special offers for those who are romantically inclined on the 14th February every year.

This year they are offering 50 romance Kindle ebooks for only $2 each. So if you want to snuggle up with a good romantic story, this is a great opportunity.

Also they are offering a discount on their Kindle PaperWhite eReader which makes it a good time to purchase a Kindle Reading device and goes hand in hand with the discounted ebook offer.

And of course, if you don't have a Kindle eReader and you don't want to purchase one, you can still take advantage of the special offer ebooks by downloading the free Kindle reading app so that you can read your Kindle ebooks on your smart phone, iPad and/or computer.

And your ebooks will sync across all your devices so no matter where you're up to in the ebook, you can continue reading on all of your devices. Just make sure you have the free Kindle reading app installed on them all.

Amazon also has many ebooks available for free all the time and others that are on a free special promotion for a short limited time.

So with the free ebooks and the free reading app, you can download as many ebooks as you want and start reading them straight away.

Have a great read.

:)

And don't forget you can also check out the Kindle Daily Deals on Amazon too.








Thursday 5 February 2015

Receive Up to 85% Discount on These Writing Products

Save 78% on Selling Your Screenplay Premium Collection at Writers Store
Learning how to sell a script is one of the most important skillsets a screenwriter can master. Even the most skilled and creative screenwriters will end up with their screenplays gathering dust on a shelf if they don’t build the expertise necessary to sell it.

On the journey to selling your screenplay, the first mile is writing a killer script with the essential elements that will sell in today’s marketplace. The next trek is learning how to write loglines and query letters that grab the reader’s attention from the get-go.

The last leg of your journey is getting your pitch in front of the right people. Put these three crucial steps together and you end up with a screenplay that ends up on the big screen.

This value pack takes you on this screenwriting expedition from beginning to end with tried and true techniques to instruct screenwriters how to sell a script to Hollywood every time.


Save 85% on Earn Money with Your Writing: Freelance and Copywriting at Writer's Digest Shop
Do you dream of being able to write at home and still make a lucrative and steady income? Freelance writing is the key to living out your dream career.

This must-have value pack covers every aspect of freelance writing to help you make money writing on your own time for the publications you love.

From legal considerations to publisher listings to guidelines on structure, grammar, style and more, this kit leaves no stone unturned in the freelance writing realm.

Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned freelancer, you'll find new and updated information in this kit to get you toward your goal of being able to write at home AND make a great living.



Friday 23 January 2015

How I Work as an Online Writer And How I Get Such Great Ebook Covers

This week I began teaching a class at the local community college. I will also be teaching the class, twice a week for 6 weeks which will be starting soon.

They call the class Laptop Lifestyle.

I thought I wouldn't be any good at speaking in front of a class, but I didn't do so bad.

And I discovered that the old saying is true, that when one teaches, two learn, which means both the teacher and student gain insight.

Which is what happened to me because the question the people in the class kept asking me was how do I actually do these things myself. They wanted to know the exact ins and outs of how I work.

That made me realise that I rarely offer insights into how I work on a day-to-day basis, the software and apps I use, the websites I use, the equipment I use, or the ways I simplify the way I work so that I'm more productive.

I realised that many of the things I know aren't common knowledge, despite the way I always think that if I know something, everyone probably does.

So I've decided to change that and from now on I'll reveal much more than I usually do, to show you how I work and what I use so that, hopefully, it will help you too.

And because there's no time like the present, here is my first insight.

Friday 16 January 2015

Special Offers This Month From Writers' Store & Writers' Digest

I always like to promote these special offers from Writers' Store and Writers' Digest because they are always popular.

Get Started in Writing with 25% Off at Writer's Digest Shop. Valid with Offer Code START25.
Most novice writers wonder how to start writing a book.

With these general writing books as your guide, and with the help of writing software, exercises, webinars, classes, online tutorials, daily prompts & advice from authors, you'll find the answers to how to get started writing a book or novel.

Write a great story, screenplay or script & begin writing a book by discovering the steps to becoming an author & getting published. Save 25% with Offer Code START25. Valid 14th - 17th January 2015.

Ignite Your Creativity at Writer's Digest Shop
Break free from the painful struggle to find inspiration and make writing fun again!

This collection is packed with thousands of exercises to help you flex your writing muscles, plus tips from industry pros about how to keep ideas flowing.

In this special collection, you'll find the push you need to think of original ideas that will make you fall in love with writing again.

Whether you are a serious novelist or enjoy writing in your diary for fun, this collection will help you keep the words flowing on the page.


Shop the FrameForge Sale at Writers Store

Shop the Write Brothers, Inc. Sale at Writers Store
Software Sales this January at Writers Store! FrameForge Sale- 14th to 28th
&
Write Brothers, Inc. Software Sale - 21st to 31st.


Free 2-Day Shipping on all orders over $25 at Writers Store with Offer FREESHIP115
Free 2-Day Shipping, Now-End of the Month at Writers Store.
Valid with Offer Code FREESHIP115.


Writing and Selling Middle Grade Fiction
In this live webinar, instructor and literary agent Jennifer Laughran will talk about what's happening in the exciting Middle Grade market, as well as examine some recently published titles to see what they got right.

She'll also talk revision tips and tricks to help you take your work-in-progress to the next level.
Live Webinar Date: Thursday, January 22, 2015/Start Time: 1:00 p.m. EST/Length: 90 minutes.

Shop Critique & Editing Services at Writer's Digest Shop
Send your work to Writer’s Digest 2nd Draft Critique Service!

After an evaluation of your submission, one of the professional 2nd Draft critiquers will provide feedback and advice.

You’ll not only learn what’s working in your writing, but what’s not, and—most important—how to fix it.

2nd Draft provides a high-level review of your writing, pointing out reasons your work may be getting rejected, or may not meet the standards of traditional publication.



Thursday 15 January 2015

I Won't Pay for Shipping On Books Any More

I read a lot and I buy books all the time.

The problem though, is that, because I live in Australia, book prices are always high.

Not only that, but if I have to buy a book from overseas, the cost of shipping can be more than the cost of the book itself.

Amazon is a great place to buy books, but their shipping costs are high. They've actually opened a store in Australia, but it doesn't have a huge stock of books yet so it's not always a great place for me to buy books. Plus I'd still have to pay for postage.

Thankfully, I found The Book Depository. It's based in the UK, but displays book prices in my own country's currency, all the books are discounted, and, best of all... HAS FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING!

This is great because it means I can save $$$ every year.

And I'm not the only one enjoying this because more and more people are discovering the ease of buying books from The Book Depository.

Clearly, buying books online with free shipping is the way that most people will buy them in the future.

It's so easy to buy online and wait for the books to come to me at no extra cost.

And did I mention the FREE SHIPPING!

I'm writing this blog post to spread the joy about the discounted books with NO SHIPPING COSTS from The Book Depository.

It's also a great place to buy books as gifts too.

:)


Thursday 8 January 2015

Up to 85% Discount of Writing Resources in January 2015

Today I wanted to give you quick heads-up on 4 new discounted products from Writers Store and Writer's Digest.

The discounts are as huge as 85% but numbers are limited to the last remaining items in stock.

So if you've ever wanted to invest in taking your writing to the next level, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

Just take a quick look at what's on offer.

Wednesday 31 December 2014

Do You Have Great Writing Plans for the New Year?

Today is the 31st of December. New Year's Eve.

It's a time when most of us reflect on what we did throughout the year and make plans for things we'll do better next year.

And this is especially true for writers. If you're anything like me you already have a whole list of writing projects for the coming year.

I've also made a list of things I want to stop doing too. Things that didn't work out quite as well as expected or that I found I didn't enjoy. But nothing was a failure. It was all a learning experience because we need to learn what we don't want to do as well as what we do want to do.

I've spent quite a bit of time over the Xmas break going through my past and ongoing writing projects and also catching up on a bit of reading that I wanted to do but didn't always find the time for.

And it's been a really interesting time reading about new things and having a good look at what I've achieved and how much my writing business is moving on.

And to wrap up this year I've compiled a short reading list of articles that might help you to review  your past 12 months of writing and make new plans for the coming year.


The Best Way to Make a Living as a Writer
http://www.writersdigest.com/awai-copywriting/the-best-way-to-make-a-living-as-a-writer

The Simple Shift That Lets You Earn More from Your Writing
http://writetodone.com/earn-more-from-your-writing/

Why You Should Do a Year-End Review for Your Writing
http://thewritepractice.com/year-end-review

Here’s How Daniel Pink Writes
http://www.copyblogger.com/how-daniel-pink-writes/

Amazon SEO – Understand Amazon Keywords & Categories
http://thewriteoneblog.com/amazon-seo

50 Articles on Writing to Help You in 2015
http://www.writersdigest.com/online-editor/50-articles-on-writing-to-help-you-in-2015


Have a great New Year.

:)



Thursday 11 December 2014

Writers Who Procrastinate Have Skinny Kids

It was the famous author, salesman and motivational speaker, Zig Ziglar, who said "Timid salesmen have skinny kids."

In other words, if you don't make sales, your kids don't eat.

And it's the same if you're a writer.

You need to make sales if you want to feed your kids.

Friday 28 November 2014

It's the Weekend. Time to Write

This weekend, instead of doing the usual chores, why not get that novel written, write that screenplay, start that blog.

Whatever it is that you've been promising yourself that you'd get done when you get "a round tuit" make this weekend the beginning.

And the reason to start this weekend is because of all the amazing Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals for writers.

Below is a list to help get you inspired and get you going.

Final Draft 9 on Sale for $99+ at Writers Store, now-12/31/14
Get your copy of Final Draft from The Writers Store, the Industry’s #1 screenwriting software source for over 30 years, and you'll receive the latest version, an exclusive Screenwriting Starter Package ($100 value), extended access to your download and serial number, free installation support and peace of mind knowing your purchase is backed by our unmatched 30-day money-back guarantee.

Movie Magic Screenwriter 6 on Sale for $59.95+ at Writers Store, now-2nd December 2014
Format your script and outline it, too, with the newly redesigned Movie Magic Screenwriter 6! This award-winning screenwriting software formats movies, television, novels, stage plays and even comic book scripts, making it the only program for all types of creative writing.

Shop Software Starting at $12.99 at Writers Store
Black Friday Savings at Writers Store are here! Valid 28th Nov till-1st December 2014, Shop Software Starting at $12.99 and Up! In Addition, Save 20% Storewide with Offer Code BF2014. Offer excludes items already on sale and kits.

Save 50% Off Plus an Extra 10% at Writer's Digest Shop with CYBERSALE10
Cyber Monday Savings include an Additional 10% Off with Offer Code CYBERSALE10. Offer Valid until 1st December 2014.

And lastly, but by no means least, Hostgator (a company that I use myself) are having massive "Fire Sales" from Black Friday through to Cyber Monday with discounts on hosting from 55% off to 75% off. Keep checking the site all weekend because many of these sales only last for one hour. Click on the banner below. Get your website started this weekend.




Friday 7 November 2014

2 Special Offers and 2 Free Offers That You Won't Believe

image courtesy of FreeDigialPhotos.net Stuart Mills
Today I have 2 special offers for writers to tell you about plus 2 free offers.

The special offers are really great.

The free offers are fantastic. In fact one is so amazing you won't believe it.

It's a copywriting course by one of the world's best copywriters.

This course usually sells for over $700. But you can download it absolutely free.

Wednesday 22 October 2014

Beautiful Books and More

Today I have 3 things I want to tell you about.

These are 3 different offers from 3 different companies.

But one is only available for a short time (24 hours) so you need to be quick to take advantage.

Tuesday 7 October 2014

5 Amazing Resources For Writers

Today I have 5 new amazing writing resources from the Writers Store, that are all designed to get you writing and keep you going.

It doesn't matter if you want to write your next novel or start writing that screen play that you've always dreamt about.

2 of these resources are substantially reduced in price and 3 are on sale, but only for a short time.

Download free trials.

Tuesday 16 September 2014

Six Writing Resources to Help You Write More and Earn More

Today I have a new list of six writing resources that are all designed to get you started and keep you going and, how to earn more money from your writing:

How to Find an Agent and Get Published Premium Collection
Are you ready to get your book on the shelves? Whether you’re just starting to write your novel or have dozens of submissions under your belt, this collection includes everything you need to successfully get your work into the market.

Learn how the publishing industry has changed and how you need to format and submit your proposal in order to build a solid reputation. Get insight from experienced agents on common mistakes writers make and how to craft an irresistible query letter.

If you’re serious about having a long-term, prosperous career as a writer, you need to develop the business-savvy skills necessary to land an agent and get published.


Chimpanzee Budgeting & Scheduling Sale
Designed for student, low budget or beginner filmmakers, Chimpanzee offers traditional film scheduling & budgeting features at an affordable price.

Made by the people who brought you Gorilla, Chimpanzee allows you to create breakdown sheets, budgets, manage cast & crew, generate call sheets, prop lists, shot lists, storyboards and more. Easily import a screenplay and immediately get started attaching scenes to shoot days and scheduling cast and crew.

Choose from a variety of budget templates or create your own, and easily link your budget to schedule elements such as cast, crew and props. Chimpanzee comes with over a dozen reports, including breakdown summaries, call sheets, and a budget topsheet. Chimpanzee can also be integrated with the Gorilla Ratebook and Koala Call Sheets for even greater functionality and power.

Now on Sale for only $64.50, now until 23rd September 2014.


25 Ways To Write For Money
Discover 25 Ways To Get Paid As A Writer -
 From Writing Ebooks To Copywriting To Freelance Articles To Greeting Cards And Resumes.

Writing Rituals For Marketing Writers & Copywriters
5 Proven Rituals To Help You Write Faster And Smarter, And Make More Money.

Whether You Are Writing Promotional Materials, Reports, Guides Or Even Your Own Web Sites, This Guide Will Dramatically Increase Your Writing Productivity And Earning Power.

How To Make Money Writing Easy, 350-500 Word Web Articles
If You Can Type, You Can Start Making Money Writing Simple 350-500 Word Web Articles.

You Don't Need Experience.

In Fact, Most Who Start Don't Have Any. I'll Tell You Everything You Need To Get Started Immediately. I Do It Every Day & So Can You!

Frustrated Authors Finish & Publish Your Book Get Big $ 6-month System
Finally, a Kick-in-the-Pants -- Guaranteed -- System if You're a Frustrated Author or Writer Who Wants to Stop Procrastinating, Get Your book Done and Start Collecting FAT Checks...All in Record Time.


Friday 12 September 2014

Writing Fast and Focused

My new romance novel that I published a few weeks ago is selling well.

With little (or really, no) marketing, sales are steady. It is also being borrowed often through the Kindle Lending Library. So I have to say I'm pleased with how things are going although I hope to market it properly soon.

It is a great book though and it has a twist in tail ending. It looks like the usual "will they get together or won't they" story, but the ending is a great surprise and that could be why sales and lending are up.

You can download your own copy of Stand By Me from the Amazon Kindle Store.

What I loved about writing this novel is that it was fast to do. I just wrote an outline and starting writing. Every time I sat down to write more of my novel, the time simply flew by and I could write thousands of words in one sitting.

And I think there was a reason that I found it so easy to do (and an experience I intend to repeat soon as well).

Wednesday 6 August 2014

Turning Off The Blog Comments

I've just made changes to the way comments are allowed on this blog.

The change is that only those with a Google account can comment.

Why?

Because I'm sick of spam. I'm sick of 'anonymous' commenters leaving spam comments with links to their spammy websites.

I'm sorry if this change inconveniences anyone but I just had to do something.

Ahhhh!!!

I don't know why they waste their time. I mean, does it really work? I doubt it.

Instead they should spend their time writing something useful that people want to read and that earns them money legitimately. I'm sure it would work better.

Writing isn't hard if you know what you're writing about.

It's even possible to make living writing your life history or writing about something that happened to you if it helps other people.

And there are products out there to help you get started writing your own personal story.

Memoirs & Personal Essays Premium Collection

Turn your personal story into a bestseller!

This collection walks you through every phase of the memoir-writing process from uncovering memories to marketing your story to the masses.

Gain insight from top authors and agents in the industry on story structure, editing techniques, pitching to agents and publishing a commercially viable memoir within a competitive market.

Whether you are just beginning the process or are a published writer, these resources will carefully guide you to your goal of writing and publishing a piece of your personal history.

Monday 4 August 2014

Still Haven't Got My Blog Emails Right

Image courtesy of Stuart Miles, FreeDigitalPhotos.net
If you're a subscriber to this blog then you'll have noticed that I'm having a bit of trouble getting my blog posts emailed correctly.

First of all, a few weeks ago, the same blog post was sent multiple times. Then none were sent at all and then they all got sent at once.

So if you're reading this and you are someone who received my crazy emails, I do apologise.

Yet at the same time it made me laugh at myself. What the hell was I doing? Why couldn't I get it right?

But now I think I've got it all under control. I just hope I didn't need to put the emphasis on the word "think."

As I've said before, I'm not a really "techy" person and sometimes working online simply baffles me.

But I keep moving forward and making progress.

And speaking of "techy" (or not) don't forget that my course on web page design and how to make money online is still reduced by a massive 90% of the price. That's $30 down to $3.

The Complete Online Course

It's an old course but a big one divided into 3 huge modules.

Write Web Page Content, 

Create All Your Own Websites 

Earn Income From Every Website You Create.

And it's for the none-techies like me who just want to design websites and make money online but don't know how.

So if you've never created your own websites before but want to know how then this will teach you exactly how to do it and guide you all the way from deciding what you want to set up a website about to creating it and publishing it online.

And even if you're already online and you have a simple, free blog, like this one, this course can show you how to tweak and change the html code to get your blog exactly the way you want it.