by Katie McCoach | Oct 31, 2013 | Author Tips, NaNoWriMo, Writing
With Halloween here, and tomorrow starting the first day of National Novel Writing Month, I wanted to share 13 ways you can prep for your novel writing challenge AND still have time to hand out treats (or party) tonight. Sign up for the challenge at NaNoWriMo.org Find...
by Katie McCoach | Oct 3, 2013 | Author Tips, Publishing, Reading
I think it’s time we talk about book covers. We all know the saying “Don’t judge a book by its cover,” but let’s be honest, this usually applies to people, and not actually a book. If we are really keeping it honest here, then readers and authors alike understand that...
by Katie McCoach | Sep 26, 2013 | Author Tips, Publishing, Writing
Sunday marked the First day of Autumn, which means change of scenery, cooler weather, pumpkin flavored everything (for me at least), and for many authors out there, a new season of writing, editing, publishing, and marketing. So in light of the changing season I came...
by Katie McCoach | Aug 22, 2013 | Author Tips, Editing, Reading, Writing
I have never been a fan of reading writing out loud. A) It makes me uncomfortable, and B) What’s the point? Recently I joined a writing group that meets in person every Sunday. It is a wonderful group of writers. I am truly impressed, not just by their writing, but at...
by Katie McCoach | Jul 11, 2013 | Author Tips, Reflection, Writing
This week I learned this lesson well. Monday was Day 1 of my new Creative Nonfiction Online Writing Bootcamp Class. I was so excited, even though I haven’t written creatively in…well, let’s just say it’s been a while. Each time I sit to write,...
by Katie McCoach | May 20, 2013 | Author Tips, Guest Blogs, NaNoWriMo, Writing
Today I have the honor of hosting guest blogger, Stephany of Stephany Writes! Stephany blogs about writing, life in Florida, faith, and her travels. If you are interested in guest blogging on any topics related to publishing, writing, goals, and inspiration, (or just...