Category Archives: Writing

Is Self-Publishing Right for You?

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Lindsay

Today’s question is one I received via email rather than through my Q&A blog post, but I know it’s a common one these days, so I wanted to take a stab at answering it here: How do you know if … Continue reading →

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Writing Characters, Dialogue, and Humor Q & A

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Lindsay

Today I’m answering more questions from the gift-certificate-giveaway post (The winner has been picked and awarded, but you’re always welcome to send in questions!). This time the topic is writing, specifically related to characters and dialogue. I’m always reluctant to … Continue reading →

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Why Self-Publishing Is So Popular Right Now

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Lindsay

Every now and then, someone asks me why I self-published. I addressed this somewhat in my “3 Reasons I’m Glad I Chose Self-Publishing” post, but I thought I’d try to explain why it’s not just me and why this movement … Continue reading →

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New Direction for This Blog + Starting an “Official” Author Website

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Lindsay

I’m blogging from Long Beach at the Washington Coast this week, a destination that probably sounds more exciting than it is. Our beaches out here are great if you like remote, cloudy, and windy, but don’t expect to work on … Continue reading →

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Publishing a Free Ebook: Pros & Cons

Posted on December 21, 2010 by Lindsay

Can giving away a free ebook be a good marketing tactic? I’m about to try it. As I type, I’m uploading my novel, The Emperor’s Edge, to Smashwords. I’m going to sell it there and on Amazon, B&N, etc. for … Continue reading →

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Can Emulating James Patterson Sell You More Books?

Posted on December 16, 2010 by Lindsay

Formulas are nothing new in writing. From romance novels to Hollywood screenplays, you can find examples of popular works that follow specific patterns and styles. Indie author Paul J. Coleman is experimenting with a formula based on James Patterson’s work. … Continue reading →

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