Publishing is hard. Whether you're going traditional or self-publishing, rejection is a part of the game. Query rejections. Edit letters or beta feedback that rip your manuscript apart. Negative reviews. Sometimes it can feel relentless. So if you're feeling a bit down about your manuscript or your writing journey, give this playlist a listen. Allow… Continue reading Get Up and Try Again (Music Monday)
Author: Avery Ames
5 Ways to Be Your Own Fandom
I often joke that "I'm my own fandom" when it comes to my books, and I'm not lying. Sometimes, these little fannish things can keep the fire alive if I'm burnt out on drafting or revising. If you're finding yourself feeling uninspired, give one or two of these a shot: 1. Commission Things This includes… Continue reading 5 Ways to Be Your Own Fandom
How I Wrote a One-Page Synopsis
Synopses are hard. Sometimes they feel like a punishment sent by the writing gods to torment miserable authors.I'm not talking about the "back of the book" blurb or the summary you put in a query, but instead that other beast. The dreaded "1 to 2 page synopsis" required by some agents when querying.For those who… Continue reading How I Wrote a One-Page Synopsis
Music Monday: Gothic Horror
I know Halloween was a couple of months ago, but I have a soft spot for gothic fiction year-round. This particular mix was heavily inspired by the sound and style of the Castlevania video game series. A selection of instrumental pieces, it's ideal for writing tales of haunted mansions, ghostly romances, and atmospheric stories of… Continue reading Music Monday: Gothic Horror
5 Tropes You Will Pry From My Cold, Dead Hands
Today’s Friday 5 is more of a short fluff piece: My favorite tropes. I don’t care how many times I see them, I still get giddy every frickin’ time. 1. Masquerades & Ballroom Dancing I mean, have you seen my website header? If I ever write a story that doesn’t include at least one ballroom… Continue reading 5 Tropes You Will Pry From My Cold, Dead Hands
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