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Last month, I wrote about how I created my website and why I decided to include the things I did. Now I want to dive even deeper into some of those things. I briefly touched on what I included on my homepage, but there are so many options, and I also want to explain more as to why I (and many authors) include certain things on our homepages.

In this post, I’m going to explain how I built my website and blog, why I decided on the things I did, and how I am trying to build my “brand." I’ve already talked about the importance of having a platform in my article “What I Learned in College: Author Platforms” so now it’s time to apply it.

The number of writing resources can be overwhelming, and you may not know where to start or which is best for you. In this post, I will detail ways you can learn how to write better so you can determine which route or routes are best for you.

As writers, our whole career revolved around books. One of the best ways to learn how to write books is to read! Here are ways reading helps writers.

I’ve had to write lengthy excerpts of both fiction and nonfiction books, and each style is different. However, there are similarities between the two of them.             You’ve probably heard most of these before. But in case you haven’t or need a review, here are the similarities and differences between writing fiction and nonfiction.

I want to discuss some of the big things that I think aren’t talked about a lot. These things about writing shocked me.

If you are a beginner writer, you may not know where to start. Here are some tips that may help you get started.

Wondering how to outline your novel? Here is the process I follow that has helped me plan my novels!

If you are struggling to take the scary steps forward in your writing career, I want to tell you that you can do it!

Sometimes, we don't know what to write. In this post, I discuss ways you can find inspiration so you can write when the urge hits.

Do you have a busy schedule that leaves you too tired to write? Here are some tips on how to manage writing on top of your schedule.

Have a hundred story ideas but already have a WIP? Here's something that may help you now and in the future.

Want to make writing goals for the new year? Here are ways to create and achieve your goals for your writing in the coming year.

There are many times in the writing process where you need to stop and research. But what do you need to research?

Did you know there are multiple ways to publish your book? In this post, I discuss each option to help you determine what's best for you.

Are you trying to figure out your writing process? In this post, I discuss my own process in hopes you will find inspiration.

I have learned many things in college, including the importance of having a platform. If you want visibility, platforms are vital.

It’s that time of year again! November 1st kicks off the beginning of National Novel Writing Month (aka NaNoWriMo)

This advice has helped me grow as I writer and has also taken some stress off my shoulders. I want to share these pieces of advice with you.

What's the author's secret or what is it about the character that makes them so memorable? I wondered this too...