1 Simple Tip to Boost Writing Productivity: Learn to Touch Type
1 simple top tip to increase your writing output: learn to touch type! Debbie Young explains why and how, and urges you to take the plunge if you haven't already done so.
Beginners’ Self-Publishing Salon: Writing Tools, Styles and Challenges
Are you a beginning author who needs advice about writing tools, styles and challenges? In their first Beginner's Self-Publishing Salon Broadcast Jay Artale and Michael La Ronn share their different insights about writing from a fiction and non-fiction perspective.
Writing: In Praise of Editors – Unsung Superheroes Who Daily Save Authors from Themselves
An entertaining list of classic blunders spotted by editors at line-editing stage, with reasons why indie authors should engage trusted editors, plus a list of links to three other invaluable posts about types of editing and how to use them to make your book the best it can be
3 Top Tips on How to Write or Ghostwrite a Memoir
Ever fancied writing a memoir - or been asked to ghostwrite someone else's? Then read Belinda Pollard 's top tips.
Production: How to Get the Best Out of Word When Writing and Self-publishing a Book
Do you use Word for Windows for writing or formatting your books? Check out these top tips to make it easier.
Why I Write What I Write: Self-Help Books That Saved My Life – by Grace Allison
This post demonstrates the power of self-publishing in changing authors' lives - Grace Allison explains how it saved hers
Writing: How to be a Writer in Residence – And Why It’s Worthwhile
Ever wondered what it means to be a Writer in Residence? Read Sarah Banham's inspiring case study.
Writing: How to Plot Better by Concentrating on Character
What's the relationship between plot and character? Olaf Wielk of Beemgee explains their inter-relationship.
Writing: How Often Should Writers Blog?
If you've decided to blog, how much time should you spend and how often should you post? ALLi authors discuss.
Do you need writing project inspiration for CampNaNoWriMo?
ALLi Communications Manager shares introduces us to NaNoWriMo's baby sister, CampNaNoWriMo. If you haven't participated before, this virtual cabin event takes place every April and July, and is an opportunity for writers to get motivated and inspired to crank out the first draft of any of your writing projects.
Is Blogging Good Use of Your Writing Time?
Why indie authors should keep blogging to boost their author careers - and some practical top tips on how to blog well.
Writing: The Narrative Arc and the Three-Act Novel
Novelist John Lynch defines the narrative arc and talks about the classic three- or five-act structure. Do you use it? Should you?