Indie-Publishing: My Online Break
As an indie author, my life revolves around writing, developing my craft, and staying connected with my readers and fellow creatives. Recent
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Jesse Lawrence
Jun 119 min read
On Writing: Fight Scenes
Wahoo! Fight scenes! Some authors hate writing fight scenes either because they aren't into violence or they struggle with how to do it....
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Jesse Lawrence
May 2111 min read
Indie Publishing: Vanity Presses
Navigating the publishing industry can be daunting, especially for new authors who may be vulnerable to vanity press scams. To safeguard you
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Jesse Lawrence
Apr 306 min read
Indie Publishing: Plagiarism & Copyrights
All of us indie authors wield the power to share our stories and ideas independent of outside pressures from gatekeepers like agents and...
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Jesse Lawrence
Apr 168 min read
Indie Publishing: Promotion as an Aspiring Author
Alright. Here we go, jumping into a subject that isn't only hard to write, it's hard to act upon in healthy ways.
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Jesse Lawrence
Mar 268 min read
Indie Publishing: Your Author Bio
In the vast realm of publishing, where your words are your brand, your author bio is your offer of friendship.
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Jesse Lawrence
Mar 196 min read
Indie Publishing: Revising After Publishing
As an indie author, you're in control. This comes with pros and cons. One of the positives is that you can revise your works even after...
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Jesse Lawrence
Mar 57 min read
Indie Publishing: Setting the Price
This industry can be daunting, especially for new authors who may be vulnerable to vanity press scams. To safeguard your work and financial
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Jesse Lawrence
Feb 136 min read
Indie Publishing: The Dreaded Blurb
One of the most critical and difficult aspects of selling our books is an enticing blurb or description.
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Jesse Lawrence
Feb 83 min read
Review: "Writing Tools" by Roy Peter Clark
Roy Peter Clark, a luminary in the realm of writing instruction, embarked on a remarkable journey, drawing from nearly three decades of...
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Jesse Lawrence
Feb 67 min read
Indie Publishing: The All-Important Cover
Indie authors are always on the quest to uncover the secrets of creating a book cover that not only makes you happy but attracts readers.
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Jesse Lawrence
Jan 168 min read
Indie Publishing: Unveiling the Costs
Time to discuss one of the most dreaded subjects for many indie authors, money. How much does it cost to publish? How can you save money?
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Jesse Lawrence
Dec 26, 20233 min read
Indie Publishing: Author Page on Wix
Fellow "worders", poets, and authority types, I’m here to guide you through it.
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Jesse Lawrence
Dec 12, 20237 min read
Indie Publishing: With or Without an Editor
Alright, my fellow indie authors, let's break down the written word into roles. By that, I mean, can we afford to work with editors?
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Jesse Lawrence
Dec 7, 20234 min read
Review: Save the Cat! Writes a Novel
Writing a novel is harder than most people think. Writing one that your friends and family will like is even harder. Writing one that...
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Jesse Lawrence
Dec 2, 20236 min read
Authors: Navigating Imposter Syndrome
Have you ever experienced that nagging feeling that you're a fraud, that your achievements are just a stroke of luck, and soon enough,...
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Jesse Lawrence
Dec 1, 20236 min read
On Writing: Let's Get Focused
Writing is an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling activity for me, but it can also be incredibly challenging, especially when the...
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Jesse Lawrence
Feb 3, 20232 min read
On Writing: Punish the Main Character
As readers of my novels know, I have a tendency to abuse the main characters. There are several reasons for this, and not all because I am a
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Jesse Lawrence
Jun 14, 20223 min read
Perspective: Be Kind to Yourself
One of the hardest life lessons that I struggle with every day is to be kind to myself. As a parent, as an author, as a chronic sufferer,...
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Jesse Lawrence
Dec 19, 20204 min read
About Me: Dungeons & Dragons to Author
In the enchanting realms of Dungeons & Dragons, where dragons soar, wizards cast spells, and quests abound, I honed my storytelling.
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