I’d like to talk a bit about how to deal with criticism that you disagree with. There are a lot of reasons that people will
On May 9, 1977, I became a Star Wars fan. My brother-in-law had seen the film in April (I believe it was) of that year
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So here are your action items:
If you don’t have an author website, build one and begin talking about how you are chasing your dream of being a writer.
On that website, capture the email addresses of visitors.
Make a list of family members, friends, schoolmates, and business associates who might also be interested in your work.
When you speak at libraries or conventions, make sure that you add to your list every single time.
A week before your first novel comes out, email your fans and let them know. Then send a second notice on the day that it goes on sale.
Many new writers don’t know when to stop polishing a manuscript and move on to the next. Part of the reason for that might have
