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03/05/2024

Okay, what have we discussed?

What have we discussed for the past 7 sessions? Okay, so it hasn’t been a discussion; it’s been a monologue. But you know what I mean. What ideas have I mentioned and you’ve (hopefully) been consid…

03/05/2024

Grab the Readers' Attention.

In my youth, I didn’t like to write. I didn’t even like to read anything except Superman comic books. Superman was action, the narrative was dynamic, and I could tell folks anything they ever wante…

03/05/2024

Use Your Imagination.

It’s been a busy weekend but we’ll pick up where we left off yesterday with listing and naming the people in your story. You’ll probably name the more important animals, too, because animals someti…

03/05/2024

Define Your Characters

This step is where you start getting serious about your story. Why? You found a writing location and you have the basic idea and theme for the story. But this is where you begin to choose and Defin…

03/05/2024

Design your Three Basic Sections

Where are we? You’ve chosen a writing place, you’re probably still thinking about a writing routine, and a theme might be puzzling you. But that’s okay, you’ll get it. Today…

03/05/2024

Decide on a Theme

You established your place to write, and are working on developing your writing routine. Today let’s talk about Deciding on a Theme. Have you ever heard the phrase, “flying by the seat …

03/05/2024

Develop a Writing Routine.

You’ve thought about Choosing a Comfortable Place to Write, so today let’s talk about Developing a Writing Routine. How do you decide when to write … or even if you are going to w…

03/05/2024

Dreams are worthwhile. They sometimes motivate us to succeed.

Some folks can write anywhere, anytime, and in any situation. I applaud them, and somewhat envy them, but that doesn’t work for everyone. Most of us need a place where we can shut out the noi…

03/05/2024

Apparently there was a glitch in the Facebook system which generated double-posting. We corrected the error, and are therefore, reposting these articles. It will be easier to follow now. Happy reading.

Have you found it difficult to write a book? I understand, because in the past I had a hard time writing a simple blog. But listening to and reading from professional writers has set me free. Writi…

03/05/2024

If you have questions and/or comments, contact me. Communicating and getting information won't cost you anything.

What are your passions? What flows through your mind every week, if not every day? What do you wish people knew? What would you tell others if you had an audience? By writing a book, you have an op…

03/05/2024

Thoughts are fleeting and will evaporate within seconds if we don't grab and capture them. Consider the following blog.

Have you ever had an amazing thought, revelation, or inspiration, but it evaporated into oblivion? Yep, it happens to all of us. But if our mind is working like it’s supposed to, why can’t we remem…

03/05/2024

After reading this one, write and tell me what you thought about it.

On Monday morning, the teacher gave the economics class the assignment: You have until Friday morning to write and hand in a three to five-page article about a dime. Many of the kids thought it was…

03/05/2024

My wife enjoys putting puzzles together. She feels great when they are completed. They take time, but are not always difficult. Writing is the same.

I like what best-selling author Randy Ingermanson said in his discussion about writing stories. He likes to start a story to see how it ends because when he starts one, it takes on a life of its ow…

03/05/2024

I agree with what my dad taught me: "Don't spend money if you don't have to. But if you need help, spend your money wisely." Please hear me - paying an experienced editor is wise. Please read on.

Often, what someone tries to convey in writing isn’t what the reader perceives. Also, the writer sometimes makes errors that his or her own mind glosses over. That’s why, after the document is comp…

03/05/2024

Find your literary forte, and do it well. But do practice learning other genres as well.

In a proverbial nutshell, there is a difference between a writer and a storyteller. A writer uses words in various styles and techniques to communicate ideas. A writer’s prose and/or poetry c…

03/05/2024

Some time ago, I wrote about something I didn't really care about. You might have guessed what happened. Yep, it went flat. Try to avoid doing that.

I suppose that is a goofy way to start this blog, but let’s talk about it in a literary sense. One of the reasons I had difficulty writing when I was a kid was simple: I had to write about the topi…

03/05/2024

Not every blog and book is for everyone.

If you’ve read my blogs on either web site for a while, you’ll note that not all of them are pertinent to your situation. You’ll also note that a few seem redundant, and many of t…

03/05/2024

Have you ever thought about making a good impression on someone? If we didn't do it right, we seldom get a second chance. The same principle goes with writing a book.

You’re going for a job interview. How do you dress? If you’re applying for a managerial position, don’t dress like a surfer. If you’re going for a position as a plumber, a suit and tie might not be…

03/05/2024

Have you ever played baseball, but when you hit the ball the bat broke? What a waste of energy. Make sure your words are powerful. Read on.

Yes, I know. Most of you have heard something like that many times, and I understand there are many more than 3 steps, but don’t go away. This could help burgeoning authors, and I won’t bore you ve…

03/05/2024

Have you ever played baseball, but when you hit the ball the bat broke? What a waste of energy. Don't let the words in your book lose their power. Read on.

Do you know that your choice of words is as important as how you use them? Also, writing a compelling sentence often has a higher priority than writing a literally correct sentence. These concepts …

03/05/2024

Have you read a page in a book but it didn't appeal to you? Don't let that happen to your book. Please continue reading for a good tip.

Yes, I know. Most of you have heard something like that many times, and I understand there are many more than 3 steps, but don’t go away. This could help burgeoning authors, and I won’t bore you ve…

03/04/2024

It's fun to learn from others, but don't lose your identity.

Babies learn about speech by listening. They learn to talk by imitating. They get good at conversation by practicing. Is there a lesson here for writers? I think so. We learn about writing by readi…

03/04/2024

There are many benefits to writing.

In my high school days, I sometimes stayed up all night trying to get ready for a test. While I might have passed the test, I didn’t remember much. I eventually learned that spending time gaining t…

03/04/2024

If you're writing fiction, this may be helpful.

Several months ago, after I had formatted and published a book for a friend, the author asked, “Do you know who the main character is styled after?” “No, I hadn’t thought about it.” “I already had …

02/13/2024

P&L Publishing and Literary Services is offering a $100 discount as a Valentine's Day special. If you are writing a book - or are ready to publish one - contact us on our "Get In Touch" or contact page and tell us you read this blog. You'll be surprised at how little it costs and how quickly we can publish your book....

P&L Publishing and Literary Services is offering a $100 discount as a Valentine’s Day special. If you are writing a book – or are ready to publish one – contact us on our & #82…

02/05/2024

If you want to publish your new book, you came to the right place, because we are here to help. We promise the best service and assistance in the world, at the lowest possible price.

02/03/2024

For detailed information about how to publish your book, here's a low-cost 54-page booklet that shows you the process. You can also click on our website and read about it.

You've thought about it ... you've dreamed about it ... you might have prayed about it. And now P&L Publishing and Literary Services can help you do something about it. You want to write a book, but you don’t know how to get started? We understand because there’s a lot to consider. Writing is an...

01/24/2024

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Why do I normally end these blogs with the 2-word sentence, Write Creatively? I’ve written for newspapers, science labs, businesses, and churches for most of my adult life, and believe-it-or-…

03/03/2023

To start with, every author needs a website and one or two social media sites. Here's a webinar from Writer's Digest that'll show you how you can develop your own website and provide a boost for your writing life. By the way, for a reminder, this Writer’s Digest link is not connected to P&L Publishing and we get no profit from anyone referencing it. It's something we believe might help any writer who doesn't yet have a website.