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How To Use Writing As A Meditation

November 22, 2022 by Barrie Davenport

Meditating is more than sitting quietly and focusing on your breath — (although that is also an option).

There are myriad ways to develop a meditation practice, including guided imagery, body scans, and walking.

But have you ever heard of writing as meditation?

It may sound contradictory.

After all, meditation is usually associated with sitting still, not scribing.

However, mindful writing exercises are also effective concentration-building tools — plus, there’s a creativity boost cherry on top.

15 Famous Pen Names And Why Authors Use Them

November 9, 2022 by Barrie Davenport

Researching pseudonyms for authors is an academic pursuit in and of itself, and an author’s pen name can reveal a lot about their life and time.

So today, we’re looking at 15 writers who’ve shed their “government names” in favor of something different.

Every Writer Needs A Good Book On Grammar: Here Are 15 Of The Best

November 7, 2022 by Barrie Davenport

How often do you question if you’re using the correct punctuation or proper verb tenses when you’re writing?

Do you have a grammar app but sometimes wonder if the suggestions are correct for the type of writing your doing?

A high-quality English grammar book is essential for writing well.

Some grammar books are better than others, so choose one that explains proper grammar for your type of writing, and that’s tailored to your needs.

25 Of The Best Relationship Books For Couples

November 2, 2022 by Barrie Davenport

Do you and your love partner make daily efforts to strengthen and improve your relationship?

If not, you might want to pay attention because the quality of your love relationship determines your overall happiness and even your health.

All couples, whether married or dating, straight or gay, should consciously take action to keep their relationship strong and healthy for the long haul.

One valuable way to do this is by reading books for couples or marriage books offering concrete steps to enhance the love, trust, respect, and intimacy between you. R

eading together could be a great date night idea that could enhance conversation and build closeness.

How Long Does It Take To Write A Book?

November 28, 2022November 1, 2022 by Barrie Davenport

How long should a book be?

Whenever that question comes up, the answer is usually “It depends” (or something to that effect), but we can get closer to a more helpful answer by getting more specific on the type of book we want to write.

Whether you’re writing a novel or a nonfiction book, though, the average length will depend on how your book compares to others of the same genre or subject matter.

So, before you can answer the question, “How long does it take to write a book?” you need to know some crucial details — and not just about the book itself:

Genre or Subject
Complexity
Daily Writing Time
Writing Speed and Skill Level

This article is all about helping you determine how long it will take you to write the book you want — and to help you write it.

Only then can you work on getting your words out to those who will most enjoy reading them.

List Of The 15 Best Writing Strategies And Examples

November 28, 2022November 1, 2022 by Barrie Davenport

When you’re a writer, you need to know the best strategies to get your reader’s attention and hold onto it.

The goal is to get them hooked on your content, so they’ll want to read more.

Only then can you cultivate a relationship that serves you both.

So, how do you do that (without actually hypnotizing them)?

You learn different writing strategies, applied to advantage by the pros, and work on making them your own.

The first question to answer is, “What is a writing strategy?”

16 Best Self-Publishing Companies For Your Writing Business [Updated 2023]

December 3, 2022November 1, 2022 by Ron Clendenin

You’ve spent weeks writing, rewriting, and polishing your manuscript.

Now, you have it in book form — thoroughly edited, artfully formatted, and wrapped in a gorgeous cover.

Because you’ve chosen to self-publish.

And while thousands of self-published authors sell 300 or fewer copies of their books, you know hundreds sell them in the thousands, because they’ve learned how to market them.

You intend to be one of those authors, and you’re doing your homework.

Because we’re all about successful self-publishing, we’ve created this detailed list of the 19 best self-publishing companies. Read on to learn what you need to know — including why you should self-publish in the first place.