Tag: Scott McCormick
Look For Ideas In All The Wrong Places
If you’re writing a romance novel, don’t look for ideas in other romance novels. Look to thrillers, chaos theory, or the building of the Flavian amphitheater. If you’re struggling for inspiration, try looking in the unlikeliest places.
Panic For Fun And Profit: Submission Deadlines And My Book Series
Maybe you don’t need panic-induced adrenaline to write, but I do. That's why my agent's submission deadlines were the best thing for my book series.
How To Solicit And Act On Feedback From Beta Readers
You’ve finished your second or third draft of your book and you’re ready for feedback from beta readers. Here are the steps you should follow to get and act on the feedback you receive.
A good walk may be the best writing exercise there is
Writing is not the best occupation for your health. For most of us, writing involves a lot of sitting, which is why a good walk may be the best writing exercise there is.
Interview With Picture Book Author Josh Funk
Josh Funk is not only one of the best and most popular picture book authors today, he’s a super positive guy who goes out of his way to boost other authors’ books.
How to get the best royalties for your picture book
Children’s book authors, graphic artists, and anyone looking to self publish a picture book now have the ability to do something amazing: make money.
The Drama Is In The Details (the humor, horror, and suspense are too)
For laughs, scares, tears, and thrills, nothing brings out emotions and draws in your readers like the little details.