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THIS ‘n THAT about my world …
I like to blog about the authoring walk … my events … observations … this ‘n that. I may even blog about a recent book signing event where the unexpected happened or a current book on writing. On Fridays, I’ll be sharing a new blog each week. Sometimes something to just share; maybe something to chew on , maybe a funny; or something to just inspire you. Rarely will they be long.
Celebrate Colorado Connected Authors … nominate your favorites for Authors' Hall of Fame®
With the new year, the Colorado Authors’ Hall of Fame announces that nominations are open from the public for the 2025
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Dreams and roadblocks start with the Power of Your Imagination
The first step is to imagine who you are writing for and what their pain/problem is.
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Savvy Author Advice … Talk to Book Clubs
Start building a fan base with a small group of readers. Some book clubs have four members … others a dozen plus.
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Did You Know that Perfection Isn’t the Cat’s Meow?
Getting things wrong can be the ideal step for you and your book ...
Or the second.
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Savvy Author Advice … Hiring a Publicist Doesn’t Guarantee Book Sales
The truthiness … publicists cost lots of money. Most want a multiple month commitment from you. Few will guarantee anything. It’s easy to...
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The First Step Starts with Commitment
You don't have to be the most talented author or writer that exists.
What you need to be is willing to do what most other authors are not.
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Don’t do well what you have no business doing.
So many times, saying, “I will” or “I can” is said too, too quickly.
I’ve been there … done that.
And most likely, you have too.
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Don’t Stop with the First Search Response
The author’s marketing world is a big place that is filled with nuance and constant change.
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Don’t do well what you have no business doing.
So many times, saying, “I will” or “I can” is said too, too quickly. I’ve been there … done that.And most likely, you have too.
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Writing Self-Sabotage and Traps
Write with your heart … then doing the first round of editing with your head. But it’s about timing … when the time is right.
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Are you making a difference …
Are You Making a Difference for Others? Will you? When I speak with authors and those who speak to groups, a common thread appears. My...
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Oh-Oh … Don’t Be a Thank You Dinosaur
Are you sharing, and sending, Thank Yous to others?
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Do You Ask Questions? The Majority Don’t.
Get tips on creating conversations and networking by asking questions.
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Don’t be a RSVP ghost.
Don’t be a RSVP ghost. It’s become the new normal for many. If you commit, show up. It’s a good thing.
Judith Briles
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Do You Embrace the Power of Generosity … Of Gratitude?
Have you shown up to acknowledge …To thank those who have been a factor in your success … in your life? Be generous. Be grateful. Be...
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Killing a Darling in a Novel
Mega author Steven King has encouraged authors to kill their darlings. Hmm … is a darling a positive or a negative?
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Short and Chewy … Always WRITE about what YOU care about
In a nod to Stephen Sondheim, The Book Shepherd Judith Briles focuses on the key ingredient to his success: only producing and writing what
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Want to Write? There Are Places Your Writing and Words Can Go!
Boring writing closes books faster than poor editing. Is your writing limping along or does it snap crackle and pop? Here are 9 tips to take
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Writing Tips … Don’t Let a Sounds-Like Word Snag You!
Authors get confused with the spelling of same sounding words. You can blame it on auto-corrections, dictation of copy and just not knowing
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Oh-Oh … Are You a Writing Procrastinator?
How do you write so much; managed to publish so many books; do what you do? The answer is timelines—I create them for all publishing and b
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