I haven’t posted one of these in a very long time but I thought I’d share the week in review.
- Lost Your Scratchpad? Here It Is In Scrivener!
- Starting an Author Platform Pt. 7: Why an Author Book Club Can Help
- Guest Post From Jessica Millis: The Invisible Writer
- Pinterest Marketing Strategies Pt. 2: DIY Instructions
What I’ve Been Reading
- I’ve read a several interesting posts by other bloggers this week so check these out if you have the time.
- From The Fictorians, Frank Morin wrote about Macro vs. Micro Conflict
- Fellow RRBC member, John Fioravanti, wrote about on of his inspirations, Mary Kay Ash.
- Ever wonder why you procrastinate as a writer? Check out this article from The Atlantic that may give you the answer.
- Wondering what it’s like to record your own audio book? Joanna Penn share her experiences with her first try on The Creative Penn.
- Veronica Sicoe shares some honest, tough love about what it takes to be a professional writer.
- Looking for a literary agent? Here’s one way to land one (there are additional links at the end of the page for more stories from other authors).
- Another fellow RRBC member – as well as fantasy author – Carol Marrs Phipps (via another RRBC member, Helen Treharne) discusses her thoughts on the correct mix of magic in a good story.
- Lastly, Pamela Kay Noble Brown shares something outdated that really isn’t and why.
Fantasy Fiction This Week
- Lightspeed Magazine has some new short stories out this week. Take a look and see if something interests you.
- Also, Clarkesworld, has some interesting short stories available that might suit your tastes as well.
That wraps up the week. I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend full of relaxation. I’m handling a personal matter today and working on the revision of The Bow of Destiny due next week.