by Erin Tolbert | Apr 14, 2022 | Author Resources, Author Tips, Editing, Writing
Previously, we talked about Filter Words; what they are and why we want to eliminate them from your WIP. As I mentioned previously, one of the benefits of eliminating filter words is that it allows the reader to get even closer to the point of view character, to the...
by Erin Tolbert | Apr 1, 2022 | Author Resources, Author Tips, Editing, Writing
The moment has come. You sit in front of your computer; anxiety claws at your stomach, your hands twitch, but finally, finally, you force yourself to open that email. The one you are equal parts excited for and dreading. But, you have no choice. This is the next step....
by Erin Tolbert | Mar 17, 2022 | Author Resources, Author Tips, Editing, Writing
As a writer in this ever-growing industry, working with critique partners can be the key to creating a strong support system throughout your writing career. Critique partners are often the ones who boost you when you are down, share the successes with you, and help...
by Katie McCoach | Mar 2, 2022 | Defining Moments, Goals, Reflection, Writing
This women’s history month, I’m celebrating the woman who gave me creativity, imagination, and inspiration; my grandmother. This post originally appeared on https://leennanaidoo.wordpress.com/2015/09/15/gram-without-boundaries-katie-mccoach/....
by Erin Tolbert | Feb 25, 2022 | Author Resources, Author Tips, Editing, Reader Questions, Writing
I like to examine pacing on two levels: Sentence level and chapter level. To answer this reader’s question, I will just talk about pacing on the chapter level. Often, issues of pacing on the chapter level come down to the “pull” at the end of a scene....
by Erin Tolbert | Feb 17, 2022 | Author Tips, Defining Moments, Goals, Motivation, Productivity, Reflection, Writing
There are days when the amount of work in front of me is halting. I find myself sitting in front of my computer, staring and fidgeting and thinking about all the things I WILL do. Eventually. Once I start typing. I wonder how many of you are like me when it comes to...
