Category: Writing Tips

Building an Author Platform

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The Author Platform I’ve heard quite a few websites discussing your “Author Platform” and how important it is to have one. In this blog entry, I’m going to try to break that down into easier steps to help you with yours. Yeah, I know, I’m still building mine…but I didn’t have to pay an “expert” …

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Perspire to inspire.

On By D.A. Roberts - AuthorIn Publishing Tips, Ramblings, Writer's Ramblings, Writing TipsLeave a comment

Anyone that tries to tell you that writing isn't hard work has never written a book. You put your heart and soul into every word. Some days, the words come easy. Then other days, it's like pulling teeth to get them to flow. Those are both natural parts of the creative process. We all have …

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The Myth of Social Media

On By D.A. Roberts - AuthorIn Conventions, Interviews, Publishing Tips, Ramblings, Writer's Ramblings, Writing Hacks, Writing Tips1 Comment

Warning! This entry may contain some salty language. OK, you've been warned. Let me start by saying that this is entirely my opinion. Nothing more. Agree or disagree, it's up to you. Either way, I'd be glad to hear your opinion on the subject. Maybe I'm dead wrong, but this is based upon my experiences. …

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Inspiration versus Perspiration

On By D.A. Roberts - AuthorIn Publishing Tips, Ramblings, Uncategorized, Writer's Ramblings, Writing Hacks, Writing Tips2 Comments

Sometimes the writing comes easy. Other times, not so much. I’ve always read that you shouldn’t force it, but when you are trying to meet deadlines, what choice do you have. That’s when your writing becomes equal parts inspiration and perspiration. It’s just a fact of writing. The only other option is to just not …

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