What is holding you back from being the writer you want to be?

As a writing instructor and coach I work with writers every day who are not reaching their full potential. What holds them back? When you talk with struggling writers they generally mention one of three problems: ~ Lack of writing skills~ Lack of writing opportunities~ Lack of knowledge As a writing professional with more than […]

Untold Secrets of Writing Best-Selling Books For Children

Ever wondered how the most successful children’s book writers get their ideas? The answer may surprise you. Most children’s books are based on the same exact story – good versus evil. Ex. Harry Potter vs Voldomort. Cinderella vs her wicked stepmother. Pinnochio’s conscience vs. outside influences. Next we add a protagonist and an antagonist. Ex. […]

What Gets A Book To The Top Of The Bestseller List?

The business of books is big business with 172,000 new titles released in 2005 and sales in the United States of about $40 billion. But what makes a book successful? Are there any common characteristics that can spur on sales? As part of the research for “The Making of a Bestseller” Dee Power and Brian […]