Writing Resources

We have collected writing resources such as articles and information products from the Internet and members' contributions.  The resources are arranged in the following categories of writing:
Writing Books Writing eBooks Writing Articles
Marketing Your Writings Copywriting Writing Tips
Writing Screenplays Your Writings

Selected Articles & Stories....

Books Can Fill the Spiritual Well - Chris Robertson  Over the years, I have had the opportunity to speak to clergy from a variety of Christian denominations.  Early on, it came as a surprise to me that members of the clergy sometimes find themselves at a loss about how to add inspiration to their sermons, how to best counsel their lay leaders, and how to best utilize the seniors in their congregations.
Writer’s Tool: A Treasure Chest - Nikola Marshall  While taking a creative writing course in college, my instructor introduced me to an invaluable tool—a Writer’s Treasure Chest.  This tool is easy and fun to make and will come in handy time and again throughout your writing life.
Free eBook Publishing Guide – Part 5 – Sell your eBook - David Viney  Editing your Amazon record2-3 weeks after approving your proof, you will see your title appear as a record on Amazon.  com in the US (inheriting the basic details that you entered when uploading to Lightning Source).
Writing Successful Articles - Dave Odell  Writing ArticlesThe market for articles is greater than for any of the other traditional writing forms, and therefore really is one writers of all levels should investigate.  There are very many excellent books on the subject of article writing, and I suggest your read as many as time and opportunity allow.
Writing the Denouement for Mystery Stories - Mary Arnold  I've read many mystery novels in which the writer left out the denouement, but, in my opinion, a mystery without one is seriously lacking.  Admittedly, I grew up reading Hercule Poirot, in which he always demanded to gather up all the suspects so he could demonstrate his brilliance in deducing the meaning of all the perplexing clues and fingering the murderer.
How To Write Poetry - Steve Gillman  If you want to know how to write poetry, the first thing you have to do is write some.  It doesn't matter how it turns out.  Your own mistakes will become your teachers.  Your own writing will motivate you to greater creativity.
Get Your Book Done … Now! - Penny C. Sansevieri  I don't believe in writer’s block.  (I can hear the gasps of disbelief already.  ) Listen:  If you hire a plumber to come to your house and fix a problem, do you expect him to say, "Sorry, I can't figure out what your problem is.
7 Keys to Writing a Children’s Book that Sells Like Hotcakes - Caterina Christakos  There are seven fundamental reasons that some books succeed and others collect dust on the author’s bookshelf.  These seven keys to success as an author are simple, obvious even, and yet in the midst of our writing many of us forget them.
Defy the Myths, Get Your Book Written--Fast! - Part 1 - Judy Cullins  Why don't you write a book?  Most people complain it takes too long.  They are too busy.  One professional coach said she was not a natural writer.  An entrepreneur feared it wouldn't sell, or it would be too much effort.
Effective Resume Writing - Dave Lympany  A lot of places around the world call it A Curriculum Vitae, in North America, it's a Résumé.  This is definitely one of the most important tools that any jobseeker has at their disposal.  You may be THE best candidate for a particular job by a long way, however, if you don't make it to the interview stages the company will never know.
How Do You Write Poetry? - Anthony Keith Whitehead  The very short answer is:  don't write at all unless you have to.  The short answer is:  in numerous different ways.  A somewhat longer answer is:  find the way that best suits you - that comes only from experience.
How to Write Adverts that Forces People to Respond - Andy George  Think for a moment some day and consider the kind of advertising you see in your post box, on the TV, on your computer, on the radio, etc.  Then ask yourself this question, "Would I buy this or not?
7 Devistating Writing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them - Jason A. Martin  Writing engaging articles and energizing ad copy takes more than just typing out what you want to say.  By correcting these major mistakes, your copy will soar to newfound heights.  While there are many common mistakes made by copywriters, seven in particular are deadly.
Article Writing Tips - Laura Hickey  3 Tips when Writing ArticlesDo you love to write?  Do you want to put those writing skills to good use?  Perhaps you want to see your name published whether it be in a newspaper, magazine, e-zine or other forms of publication.
Top Ten Ways to Design Each Part of your Book to Sell More - Judy Cullins  Whether you are an ebook author/publisher or a print book author/publisher, you can get your unique, helpful information out to your audience.  You'll help make other people's lives better, become a household name, gain clients, sell more books and make much more money when you design each part of your book to attract more readers.

 
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