“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” — Aristotle Writers often talk about the importance of creating (and sticking to) a writing schedule. There are writers who insist that writing every day is the best way to success; then there are those who swear that to simply…
Read moreOn Fridays, we like to share writing tips and tricks with our readers. We hope this section will encourage and inspire you to continually improve as a writer. Writing Tip – Keep a Writing Calendar On top of an active writing schedule, create a writing calendar. Note your writing goals and set realistic deadlines for…
Read moreThe 2013 International Christian Retail Show was hosted in the lovely city of St. Louis, June 23 – 26. The Gateway City was the perfect back drop for members of the CBA to come together to be in community with one another, share new ideas, network and inspire. “We give thanks to God always for…
Read moreSummertime is the best time to get lost in a book! Whether you are on vacation, looking to unwind after a stressful day at work or in need of a book to read while your children play in the pool, there is ample time for you to read in the summer. Maybe you use the…
Read moreOn Fridays, we like to share writing tips and tricks with our readers. We hope this section will encourage and inspire you to continually improve as a writer. Writing Tip – Careful Revisions The excitement of finishing your manuscript can lead to a hasty proofreading session. If you are the one editing your work, you…
Read moreOn Fridays, we like to share writing tips and tricks with our readers. We hope this section will encourage and inspire you to continually improve as a writer. Writing Tip – Foreword vs. Forward Avoid the common mistake that an unknowing author could make in their self-published book by confusing the two words “forward” and…
Read moreBook covers matter. Every potential reader forms their opinion of a book based in part on their impression of the book’s cover. That opinion helps them answer the following questions: Is the author credible? Is the book high quality or low budget? Was the book professionally produced or created by amateurs? Does the value of…
Read moreOn Fridays, we like to share writing tips and tricks with our readers. We hope this section will encourage and inspire you to continually improve as a writer. Writing Tip – Your Favorite Scene When developing a story, there is usually a line or scene that particularly strikes you. Develop this element first. Trying to…
Read moreWestBow Press author, J.V. Carr, knows a thing or two about a busy schedule. She juggles raising children and maintaining a household on top of sharing her book’s message. Learn more about how she finds time for her time-consuming responsibilities. Do you have busy days? A crazy work schedule? A busy house that steals…
Read moreOn Fridays, we like to share writing tips and tricks with our readers. We hope this section will encourage and inspire you to continually improve as a writer. Writing Tip – Recognize Your Story’s Roots Underneath all of the ideas and storytelling is the single purpose for sharing your story. Understanding the foundation and underlining…
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