Book Writing Tips: Quick Tips for New and Seasoned Authors

Are you ready to tackle a novel this November? In this episode, I’m talking about how to prepare for Novel November and set yourself up for a successful month of writing. Whether you’re a first-time author or an experienced writer, a little preparation can make a big difference when it comes to reaching your writing goals. Tune in for inspiration, writing advice, and practical strategies to help you make the most of Novel November and move closer to finishing your book. Helpful Links (s...

Has your creative spark vanished? Whether you’re a novelist, poet, blogger, or aspiring author, every writer experiences moments when inspiration feels out of reach. In this episode, I’m exploring practical ways to find writing inspiration and reignite your creativity when the muse seems to have disappeared. Whether you’re struggling with a novel, searching for fresh story ideas, or simply trying to get back into your writing groove, this episode will give you some suggestions to hopefully he...

Are you an author preparing to attend a book festival? In this episode, I’m sharing some practical book festival tips to help you feel confident, connect with readers, and make the most of your author experience. I’ll be going over things to do well in advance of the festival as well as things to do the week of. Whether you’re a first-time author or an experienced writer, learn how to prepare for a book festival, create an eye-catching author display, and engage potential readers. Tune ...

Dialogue vs. narration—which one should dominate your story? In this episode, I go over some tips to find the right dialogue-to-narration ratio to create engaging, well-paced, and immersive storytelling. I also cover the difference of ratios among different genres. Helpful links (some are affiliate links): My newsletter signup Scrivener (the writing software I use) AlbaArango.com (my website and contact information) The Ruby Diamond (my newest release!) #Dialogue #Narration...

In this episode, I’m sharing the steps I’m taking to develop my very first murder mystery novel. Because I have never written in this genre, I’m going to share the steps I have taken thus far to prepare me to write in this genre. Whether you’re an aspiring mystery writer, or simply curious about what happens behind the scenes when a writer chooses to write in a new genre, this episode offers a look at the creative process, discoveries, and decisions shaping my story. Links from this epi...