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How to Write More Productively

How to Write More Productively

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jan 19, 2022 | Productivity, Publishing, Writing Craft

If you need a plan and process for writing books, learn the secret to writing multiple books every year in this interview with author Angela Hunt.

How to Write Short Stories with James Scott Bell

How to Write Short Stories with James Scott Bell

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jan 5, 2022 | Publishing, Writing Craft

Learn to write short stories that readers crave. One of the best authors in the world, bestselling author James Scott Bell, teaches us how.

How to Write Faster and Better with Chris Fox

How to Write Faster and Better with Chris Fox

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Oct 12, 2021 | Productivity, Publishing, Writing Craft

Chris Fox shares a method authors can use to increase writing output and improve craft. Implement these habits to write faster and better.

Everything Authors Need to Know About K-Lytics

Everything Authors Need to Know About K-Lytics

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Aug 25, 2021 | Genre Analysis, Publishing, Strategy, Writing Craft

Find out how k-lytics can help you discover what readers are currently buying so you can increase your chances of success.

How to Find Your Readers

How to Find Your Readers

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Jul 7, 2021 | Platform, Writing Craft

Follow these five steps to find out what your readers like and want in a book. Their preferences might surprise you and lead you to success.

How to Prevent Writing Burnout

How to Prevent Writing Burnout

by Novel Marketing | Dec 21, 2020 | Productivity, Publishing, Strategy, Writing Craft

Follow these four crucial principles to avoid author burnout and maintain a healthy writing career.

How to Pick a Strong Book Title

How to Pick a Strong Book Title

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Dec 9, 2020 | Book Design, Publishing, Writing Craft

Your book’s title should accomplish four goals with only a few words. Learn how to create a memorable title that is easy to find and recommend.

How to Quiet Your Inner Editor (so you can write faster)

How to Quiet Your Inner Editor (so you can write faster)

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Mar 30, 2020 | Publishing, Strategy, Writing Craft

James L. Rubart shares ten tips to quiet your inner editor.

7 Blogs Every Author Should Follow

7 Blogs Every Author Should Follow

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Mar 20, 2020 | Blogging, Platform, Publishing, Writing Craft

One of the best way to improve your writing is to learn from the best. Here are seven blogs that not only are good examples of excellent blogging but will also help you hone your craft and sell your books.

Literary Universe Marketing

Literary Universe Marketing

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Nov 25, 2019 | Promotion, Strategy, Writing Craft

Learn how connecting your books in a shared literary universe can help boost sales.

How to Craft a Compelling Elevator Pitch for Your Book

How to Craft a Compelling Elevator Pitch for Your Book

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | May 13, 2019 | Conference Tips, Copywriting, Promotion, Writing Craft

Learn how to talk about your book in a concise, compelling way that will interest publishing professionals and make readers want to buy.

How To Keep Writing When You’re Scared About What Others Will Think

How To Keep Writing When You’re Scared About What Others Will Think

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Apr 15, 2019 | Publishing, Writing Craft

How To Keep Writing When You’re Scared About What Others Will Think

How To Keep Writing When You’re Scared About What Others Will Think

How to Work with Editors: Insights from One of the Best in the Business

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Apr 8, 2019 | Publishing, Writing Craft

Discover valuable tips on how to work with an editor and build a thriving author-editor relationship for better writing.

How to Find and Work with Beta Readers

How to Find and Work with Beta Readers

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Mar 11, 2019 | Publishing, Writing Craft

Find out why you need beta readers and how to assemble a team to provide feedback that will improve your book.

How To Keep Writing When You’re Scared About What Others Will Think

Ghostwriting 101 with Arlene Gale

by Thomas Umstattd Jr. | Nov 6, 2018 | Business Advice, Publishing, Writing Craft

Explore the world of ghostwriting and how it can enhance your career and income with insights from expert Arlene Gale.

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