Self-Inserts In Our Writing

Self-Inserts In Our Writing - Gorilla Inserting Himself To His Writing

Self-Inserts In Our Writing: Self-inserts are characters who are essentially the author placed directly into the story. This is a common pitfall for many writers, especially beginners. While it can be tempting to write yourself into your story to explore personal fantasies or experiences, over-relying on self-inserts can seriously undermine your storytelling. The main danger … Read more

Marketing: Author’s Conversion Vs Branded

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Marketing: Author’s Conversion Vs Branded: Building Your Author Business Marketing is one of the most important things we can do to become a successful published author. Ready to transform your author marketing strategy? Check out our comprehensive guide below that expands on our YouTube video. By the way, don’t forget to watch the full video for additional … Read more

Politics In Our Writing

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Politics in Our Writing: Including “Politics In Our Writing” helps while crafting authentic political narratives is essential in the realm of storytelling. Politics serves as a cornerstone of effective world-building, adding depth and intrigue to narratives when done correctly. However, the line between enriching your story with political elements and breaking immersion with poorly executed … Read more

Crazy Characters!

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Crazy Characters! Crafting Crazy Characters: A Deep Dive into Writing and Storytelling Writing crazy characters can be both challenging and rewarding. It requires a delicate balance between creating a believable, complex personality and avoiding clichés. Here are some key points to consider when developing such characters, along with insights from the video transcript and additional … Read more

Procrastination in our Writing Work

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Procrastination in Our Writing Work: In the video “Procrastination in Our Writing Work,” we delve into the challenges of overcoming procrastination in building a successful writing business. By applying project management principles, writers can structure their work more effectively, balancing planning and execution phases to ensure productivity and success. This approach helps in establishing a … Read more

Annoying Writing Habits

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Annoying Writing Habits That Ruin Your Story (And How to Avoid Them) The Huge Annoying Writing Habits! We’ve all encountered them: stories that promise excitement but deliver flat characters, lazy exposition, and a general sense of disappointment. As writers, we strive to create worlds and characters that resonate with our audience, but it’s easy to … Read more

Project Creep & Losing Focus

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Project Creep and Losing Focus: Mastering Workflow for Writers As a writer, you’ve likely experienced the phenomenon of “Project Creep” and the challenges of maintaining focus. This comprehensive guide will help you navigate these common issues, improve your workflow, and boost your project completion rates. Whether you’re a novelist, content creator, or academic writer, these … Read more

How Networked Publishing Can Help Us

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7 Keys to Unlock Networked Publishing Success The Future is Now: How Networked Publishing is Revolutionizing the Industry In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the publishing industry is undergoing a seismic shift. Gone are the days when traditional publishers held all the cards, deciding which authors and books would make it to market. Welcome to … Read more

The Future of Publishing – Networked Media

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The Future of Publishing: How Networked Media is Rewriting the Rules: The Future of Publishing is changing and evolving with technology.  We see it every day as the legacy media providers in Print, Video games, TV & Movies.  We see old-style businesses struggling while new independent publishers are growing and carrying more credibility than the … Read more

Setting Priorities While Writing

Gorilla Struggling Setting Priorities While Writing

Setting Priorities While Writing: A Project Management Approach: Setting priorities while writing, in our world of writing, establishing clear priorities is crucial for success. By applying project management principles to your writing process, you can effectively organize your work, boost productivity, and achieve your goals. This guide will help you set priorities for your writing … Read more

Writer’s SMART Goal

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Writer’s SMART Goal: Unlocking Your Writing Potential As a writer, setting clear and achievable Writer’s SMART Goal is crucial for your success and growth. The SMART goal framework provides an excellent structure to help you craft objectives that will propel your writing career forward. Let’s dive into how you can apply SMART goals to your … Read more

Author’s New Year Content Calendar

Author's New Year Content Calendar

Mastering Your Author New Year Content Calendar: A Strategic Guide for Writers in 2025 Creating a robust New Year Content Calendar is essential for authors looking to streamline their writing and marketing efforts in the new year. This comprehensive guide will help you develop a strategic approach to planning your content, maximizing productivity, and achieving … Read more

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