Writing can seem like a daunting task, even for people who write a lot. If you're here because you've decided to write a novel or you want to refresh writing skills that have faded a little, keep reading. 1. Read. In order to write well, you must read. This is the most important key to strengthen writing skills. Writing styles change frequently—read a book published fifty years ago to see that evidence. Read books in your genre and outside your genre for a feel of style; compare their ...
Book Reviews – Why Balance in Ratings Is Good
This article is the last in a series of articles designed to dive deeply into the world of book reviews and reviewers. Written from a reviewer perspective, my goal is to aid writers as they tread this sometimes confusing and frustrating area in the writing career. Last week, we hashed out the good and the bad about low ratings. The previous week's topic discussed my suggestions on how to work with book reviewers. Lastly, today's focus covers why a balance in positive and negative ...
Bad Review? Don’t Panic | The Scoop on the Negatives
In a previous post, I wrote about working with book reviewers. In this article, we will explore the tough parts of negative reviews. "What's THIS?" Reacting to Negative Reviews "What's this?" is probably a nice way to respond to a negative review. In my imagination, that question also includes a foot stomped on the ground, a look of scorn, and arms crossed angrily against a chest. Fear surrounds negative reviews. Every author's heart lurches a bit when that first negative review is left. In ...
