Dec 31, 2020 | Book News, Magic Blog
Jason Redman doesn’t need my validation. Or yours. His service as an elite Navy Seal brought him face to face with dangers and decisions the average human being never encounter. He suffered grievous physical and psychological injuries as a result of his service, but...
Feb 12, 2020 | Magic Blog
Tell a memorable story Humans have been fascinated by stories since the dawn of time. At lunch, we tell our newest stories to our co-workers; at night, we tell fanciful tales to our kids and then consume suspense from our flatscreens. We remember stories much better...
Feb 12, 2020 | Magic Blog
Your publisher may give you money for a book tour – but you’ll have to stretch it. When my publisher told me how much they’d be willing to spend on my DIY book tour, I created a long list of everywhere I wanted to go…but once I factored in flights and hotels, I...
Feb 12, 2020 | Magic Blog
Never open a book with weather. If it’s only to create atmosphere, and not a character’s reaction to the weather, you don’t want to go on too long. The reader is apt to leaf ahead looking for people. There are exceptions. If you happen to be Barry...
Feb 12, 2020 | Magic Blog
Get Your Book Edited Professional editing is a must. No book is perfect, but editorial assistance can help you get a lot closer. There are a lot of different kinds of edits, so be sure you know which you need before you hire an editor. Developmental editors check...
Feb 12, 2020 | Magic Blog
Use these tips as an inspirational guide—or better yet, print a copy to put on your desk, home office, refrigerator door, or somewhere else noticeable so you can be constantly reminded not to let your story ideas wither away by putting off your writing. Tip...
