When you want advice on how to write, it’s hard to filter through the dross. Everyone’s suddenly an expert on the internet, even if all they’ve ever written is a shopping list. If you want to learn well, learn from those who have done what you want to do. I’d never heard of Scott Sigler. … Read more
When you want advice on writing a book, it pays to get it from someone who has done it before. Jenkins has penned over 190 books (not a misprint!) and reached the NYT bestseller list 21 times. That’s someone you need to listen to. Much of what he has to say is not new – … Read more
Hard to believe, I know, but not everyone feels compelled to write. Yeah. I don’t get that either. Still, each to their own. For those who do have an insatiable and unstoppable urge to write, the question becomes … why? I was fortunate enough to hear a few authors talking about their journey to being … Read more
[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cWfGqo1QtIU] I was testing out how fast I could produce a video. Turns out … fast! In this really quick 2 minute video I cover off the four key elements to writing a book what’s the big idea? create a plan scope out the book write! And you’re done! Obviously there is a lot more … Read more
If you want a no-holds-barred look at writing, check out Scott’s post here: http://www.scottberkun.com/blog/2007/how-to-write-a-book-the-short-honest-truth/ Ouch! My view? Anyone can write. There’s never been more opportunity for people to freely express themselves. Why, even blogs are built around writing and publishing – and millions do it for free. The questions are: Have you got something to … Read more