All posts in category A to Z Challenge 2013

G is for Genre

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First question after you say, “I’m an author,” is invariably, “Oh, what do you write?” If you are a complete smart Aleck, “Words” is the first thing to come out of your mouth. If not, you are likely to supply a genre.

F is for Fiction

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Storytellers of the world bring us the greatest and worst fiction we have ever read. Part of the difference is how one decides what is fiction and what is not. In this case, we will agree with the tomatoes. Fiction is a story about imaginary people, places or events. It is complete license to lie, […]

E is for Editing

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“Who can possibly know what I write better than me?” “The story is great! My wife read the whole thing.” “I use spell check.” If you have ever said one of the foregoing, you might need an editor.

D is for Drawing X2

Letter D

Drawings, in terms of books, can mean two completely different things: 1. Illustrations 2. Giveaways Let’s look at why you would want or need either.

C is for Cover

That all-important eye-catching wrapper is the first introduction of your masterpiece to your reader. You never can make a new first impression. How do you put your best face forward? With a fabulous cover. Whether you are using a photograph, original artwork or stark text, your cover needs to be a few things. Since 18% […]