by Michelle | Sep 15, 2019 | indie authors, Self-publishing
Before the Kindle revolution, most aspiring authors would have to start the protracted (and painful) submission process to mainstream publishers. Waiting with bated breath and fingers crossed, they’d devote hours to managing and tracking submissions, and pine for the...
by Michelle | Jun 10, 2019 | Creativity, Self-publishing, Vulnerability as a writer
It takes guts to be a writer. We bare our souls, hearts and minds in equal measure. We may do a good peacock impression we but I know from working with hundreds of authors over the past 20+ years (and personal experience too) that this isn’t always the case. ...
by Michelle | Jun 3, 2019 | Self-publishing
Father’s Day Gift Ideas for Creative Dads Who Write, Read, Blog & Love Gadgets Here in the UK, it’s Father’s Day on 16th June and I’m trying to get organised. I usually leave it until the last minute but this year I’m changing tack and going all out...
by Michelle | May 2, 2019 | journaling, Self-publishing, writer's lifestyle
Ok, ok, ok! I know you’re thinking… Oh, no, not someone else banging on about keeping a gratitude journal! But bear with me here please. I promise, it will be worth your time. I first came across the concept of keeping a gratitude journal about five...
by Michelle | Apr 30, 2019 | Self-publishing, wellbeing, writer's lifestyle
Weight Loss Tips for Midlife Writers It’s a well-known fact that writers have a sedentary life. If we’re not sitting at the laptop typing, we’re hunched over a notebook pouring out our heart, soul and creative juices. And that’s fine if we’re young, fit and/or...
by Michelle | Apr 11, 2019 | indie authors, promoting your book, Self-publishing
Writing Your Author Page – The Dos and Don’ts So many people can write books but when it comes to writing their author page or author bio (and their synopsis – but that’s an article for another day), well, it’s a whole different story. This is why I’ve put...
