Tag: author blog
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Should you get your books translated?
I’ve pondered over this question back and forth for several years and I’m still not sure what the answer is. I’ve even reached out to translators who haven’t replied. It’s funny how people say they are looking for translation work and don’t know why they can’t get it, but when you actually contact them they […]
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Weekly writing prompt: Hare
This week, write 100 words about a hare. It could be a March hare, or a harebrained scheme, or something else entirely. It’s up to you! Here’s how to take part: Write a post, including your 100-word response to the challenge, any words of explanation or inspiration you wish to share, and a link to […]
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Weekly writing prompt: Light
How do you describe light? This week, write 100 words about it. Traditionally, an artist’s talent lay in his ability to depict the way light fell on things. How do you cast light on the right aspects of your story and leave the less important areas in shade? How do you take care not to […]
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Weekly writing prompt: Success
This week, write 100 words about success. It can be fictitious or non-fiction, up to you. Here’s how to take part: Write a post, including your 100-word response to the challenge, any words of explanation or inspiration you wish to share, and a link to this challenge page. Comment on this post with a link […]
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Weekly writing prompt: Soup
This week’s writing prompt challenge is to write 100 words about soup. It could be literal soup, primordial soup, or a different kind of interpretation entirely! I can’t wait to see what you come up with! Here’s how to take part: Write a post, including your 100-word response to the challenge, any words of explanation […]
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Weekly writing prompt: Noise
How do you describe noise? This week, write 100 words about noise! It can be a noise or the concept of sound. Interpret any way you like! Here’s how to take part: Write a post, including your 100-word response to the challenge, any words of explanation or inspiration you wish to share, and a link […]
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Weekly writing prompt: Face
This week, to stretch your writing muscles, write 100 words about a face. Is it a cliff face? A human face? Does someone have to face up to something? Are people facing off? Interpret this however you wish. Here’s how to take part: Write a post, including your 100-word response to the challenge, any words […]
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Weekly writing prompt: Party
This week, write 100 words about a party. This could be a celebration, a political party, a party wall, “I shall not be a party to it”… the choice is yours! Here’s how to take part: Write a post, including your 100-word response to the challenge, any words of explanation or inspiration you wish to […]
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The editor ruined my book! How to deal with a toxic publishing environment
Ninety-nine percent of all copyeditors are professional, intelligent and work focused individuals who add to your book and help it shine before publication. At publishing houses, the copyeditor is usually the last person who sees your book before it is published. This means they have a huge responsibility to ensure your work is top-notch. I’ve […]
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