I think LiteraryDevices.net is one of the most delightful resources on the planet. Oh, my gosh. It’s like a candy store for writers. The “What Are Literary Devices?” page breaks down literary elements vs. literary techniques, and I quote: Literary […]
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Of course you do! Everyone can benefit from helpful writing tips, whether you’re an emerging author or veteran novelist! Get expert advice from a book editor, ghostwriter, blogger and content developer with decades of experience. I’ve worked with many authors, many genres and many publications, and became an gatherer of tips, myself! I love sharing information and welcome your comments. I’ll keep adding nuggets of wisdom to help clients and potential clients well into the future. Perhaps you’d like to share some, yourself! These writing tips are inspired by questions from the authors who trust me with their manuscripts, as well as the magazine assignments I chase. Got questions? Ask me and I’ll do my best to answer.
Word Art in a World of Literature
I call it “word art” — imagery and figurative language literary devices scenes and settings that pique the imagination sensory elements Many author clients do not have a background in writing and are stumped when it comes to developing a […]
Alternative Publishing Sources
Alternative Publishing — Three Times in Chicken Soup for the Soul! I’m tickled to announce that I’ve been published in Chicken Soup for the Soul for the third time! This is something I’ve done for fun over the years, but […]
Publishing House Imprints
Publishing house imprints serve a purpose, but many authors are unfamiliar with what that purpose is. “What’s an imprint?” I’m frequently asked. The answer is, imprints are a trade name under a larger publisher aimed at specific audiences. Think of […]
Book Script Editing
Today I’m blogging on the topic of book script editing — either turning a screenplay into a book, or turning a book into a screenplay. I thought it would be a great walk down memory lane to write about Joe […]
Hispanic Authors and Creatives
I’ve done quite a bit of blogging lately on minority talent — minority seems like the wrong word when speaking of some of the most gifted Hispanic authors and creatives on the planet. I’m including this special post to honor […]
Minority Films and Projects
Here’s a shout out to minority films and movie projects, although minority seems like an awkward word when discussing such major achievements. And I do mean major! It was such a joy to previously blog on 1.) minority authors, 2.) […]
Minority Voices in Media — Television
Houston is home to many notable minority voices in media, and it’s been an honor and privilege to interview a few of these well-known names. I think it’s important to shout out African American talent, especially during the month of […]
Minority Talent in Sports and Business
Texas is treasure trove of minority talent, home to athletes and entrepreneurs with names as big as the Lone Star State. I can’t let the month of June slip by without honoring three heroes who have touched the hearts of […]
Minority Authors: A Look Back at Incredible Stories
The voices of minority authors are some of the most important for our nation to hear, but their stories have often been underrepresented and under-reported. I can’t let this month, June 2020, go by without mentioning the incredible contributions black […]