“A great cover and a great editor!” Those are the two main things you hear about self-publishing. While both are true, what’s often overlooked is the importance of revision. Unfortunately, many writers finish their first draft and either send it to the editor, or worse, go straight for publication. Prior to becoming a writer, I…
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Difference between revising and editing
Your first draft isn’t meant to be perfect. Because it’s a brain dump, I encourage writers to write fast and just get it out. Note, however, that the first draft is not the one that you turn in to your editor. Revising and editing are separate steps in the writing process. Once you’ve finished brain…
Transparency: Telling the WHOLE story
A vital part of writing is telling the whole story. What makes legendary writers so awesome is that they give us the whole cup of tea. They tell the parts that let us know that we’re not the only ones who did that, went through that, or struggled with that. As the writer, transparency is…
Essence Fest’s nudge to write your story
Let me begin by emphasizing how amazing Essence Fest 2014 was. It was my first time attending but definitely will not be the last. For those who’ve never been, it’s not just concerts but FREE empowerment sessions as well. I’ll do my best to give you a fun-sized recap. I’ll begin with my meeting Terry…
Intentions Are Giving Me Results–Not Goals
The word “intentions” has been following me. When that happens, I take note of it. I journal more and practice more awareness. And while I was applying intentions here and there, particularly to my goals, I didn’t have my ah ha! moment until last night. In the Desire Map, Danielle LaPorte talks about setting intentions…