Category Archives: Being an Author

Tortoise and the Hare: A Tale of Rewriting

Last night, in three hours I worked through three pages of my manuscript. No, you did not read that wrong. Yes, that is one page an hour. While I’m tempted to be annoyed at my pace, the contrary is actually true. I’m really pleased because it proves how much I’ve learned about writing fiction. Like the fabledContinue reading “Tortoise and the Hare: A Tale of Rewriting”

A Rumbling of Excitement

First, a little housekeeping. Do you notice anything different? Check out my brand spankin’ new newsletter sign-up button just over there. Starting in a few weeks, I’ll be sending out an email newsletter every 6-8 weeks. It’ll include an encouraging word, updates on my projects, links to my recent reads, giveaways, and more. I’d sureContinue reading “A Rumbling of Excitement”

Kill Them All: Knowing When to Not to Write

Disclaimer:  If you’re looking for fluffy, easy going Teresa, today is not your day. You might want to go enjoy your weekend and come back Monday. Just sayin’. There’s a school of thought in the writing community to “just write.” No matter what, force yourself into the craft and progress will follow. Keep momentum up. Some writing will beContinue reading “Kill Them All: Knowing When to Not to Write”

Query Me This: The Riddle of Reaching an Agent

Above all, a query letter is a sales pitch and it is the single most important page an unpublished writer will ever write. It’s the first impression and will either open the door or close it. It’s that important, so don’t mess it up. Mine took 17 drafts and two weeks to write. — NicholasContinue reading “Query Me This: The Riddle of Reaching an Agent”