You secretly type, “how to write a first chapter” into Google, thinking that you should already know how. But you don’t. You’re a writer. It’s embarrassing. You’ve asked your friend who sells about a gazillion … Continue reading How to Write a First Chapter: The Ultimate 2020 Guide
What is a Career Author (August 2020)? What does it mean to be a career author? This is not an easy question to answer and one that involves a deeper discussion on how we define … Continue reading The Career Author Podcast: Episode 141 – What is a Career Author (August 2020)?
In this difficult and emotional episode, J. and Rachael explain why The Writer’s Well is going on an indefinite hiatus. We will miss you all and so appreciate your support over the years. With love, … Continue reading The Writer’s Well Episode 190: Goodbye…for now.
Character Backstory We all have a story. The unique events that each of us experience build us and make us who we are. And the characters in your stories should be no different. Backstory is … Continue reading The Career Author Podcast: Episode 140 – Character Backstory
Rachael revisits a favorite topic this week as she asks J. about the ways in which he makes sure the writing (and work) gets done. Rachael’s Query Letter Service – http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.’s Author Services – … Continue reading The Writer’s Well Episode 189: How do you optimize your writing productivity?
Hooking the Reader with Your First Chapter If you’re walking through the grocery store and an employee offers you a free sample of a new brand of cheese. You’re likely to taste it. If you … Continue reading The Career Author Podcast: Episode 139 – Hooking the Reader with Your First Chapter
It’s time to future trip in this week’s episode of The Writer’s Well. J. asks Rachael what she plans on saying to her future self. FutureMe.org – https://www.futureme.org/ Rachael’s Query Letter Service – http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.’s … Continue reading The Writer’s Well Episode 188: What are you going to say to your “future me?”
Writing Short Fiction In the indie community it’s often said that the best way to make money is to write novels, specifically in series of three or more books. But what about writing short fiction? … Continue reading The Career Author Podcast: Episode 138 – Writing Short Fiction
In this week’s official murder episode, Rachael asks J. to reflect on the highs and lows of the past 12 months. Rachael’s Query Letter Service – http://rachaelherron.com/query/ J.’s Author Services – https://theauthorlife.com/editing/ What’s your answer … Continue reading The Writer’s Well Episode 187: In the past 12 months, what has been your biggest challenge and what has been your biggest joy?