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Need money to finance your creative project? Crowdfunding may be your solution.

So you’ve poured out your heart and soul over the past several years, completing your first draft manuscript. You’ve shared it with lots of people, and the consensus is, “This is good! But it’s a little hard to read. Needs editing.” You do your homework and find a skilled professional editor you really like, who […]

NRWA Convention Highlights

  CHICAGO — Education never stops for those who are experts in their fields. Professional writers Laurel Kashinn and Nathan Fischer of Write Stuff Resources in Glendale, Wisconsin each earned 10 continuing education credits (CEUs) attending workshops at the National Resume Writers Association national convention in Chicago, September 18-20. “We’ve brought back a wealth of […]

Writing the First Draft of Your Book: 17 Tips for Getting It Done

Writing a first draft can feel daunting. Rome was not built in a day and neither was a book written. However, professional writers understand that one day’s writing, day after day, is the key. It doesn’t have to be a chore — it can be fun and inspiring. Maybe you have a full-time job, a […]

Writing for Children: Guidelines for Children’s Books

Self- or indie-publishing of children’s books is a costly venture. Children’s books are still consumed in print, rather than digitally–especially picture books. Be prepared to pay thousands USD for your full-color illustrations, cover art, design, and printing. To ensure a profitable selling price, source a printer in the Far East. Make sure your designer knows […]

Writer’s workshop focuses on productivity, achieving goals

Many thanks to all who attended our inaugural Last Saturday Author Success Mastermind Meetup Group today! A fine group of writers got together on April 26 for the inaugural Last Saturday Author Success Mastermind Group meeting (what a mouthful!)  Above is Charlie, shown with his new book, Sarah, Bernie, Mica, and, not shown, Susan and […]

Your True Self Image: Conquering Fear and Doubt in the Hunt for a New Job

I have learned over the years that when one’s mind is made up, this diminishes fear; knowing what must be done does away with fear. – Rosa Parks Circumstances are beyond human control, but our conduct is in our own power. – Benjamin Disraeli Like most young people today, I graduated from college with the […]