Red Flags in Publishing

As a publisher, I do have to negotiate at times with potential authors and editors, and as a writer I have had to learn some legalese so as to protect my own interests. However, over the years it has shocked me to know how many authors (many who had only been published for the first time) practically signed the ones offered to them without putting much thought into it. Sadly, it's such situations that account for the growing number of complaints lodged against certain dubious companies; then again, there are companies that spell everything out, then don't deliver. It's no wonder the image of the writer suffering for his craft rings true.

Everybody Has a Story

This article will guide you through the process of discovering stories in your life, and creating a story to share with others.

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth)- Screenwriting, Story Structure- Bonnie & Clyde (1967)

The 188 stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth) is the template upon which the vast majority of successful stories and Hollywood blockbusters are based upon. In fact, ALL of the hundreds of Hollywood movies we have deconstructed (see URL below) are based on this 188+ stage template.

Do You Need A Literary Agent?

Understand how to utilize a literary agent and get your book published.

7 Secrets That Make Your Novel Sell

If you are serious about becoming a published author, stop writing novels you hope will sell. Do what best-sellling writers do-plan and write salability into every page. Mastering basic techniques is vital, but unless you use those techniques creatively and skillfully, your novel may not tempt an editor. Why risk rejection when you can learn how the professionals do it.

Money First, Not

One must find their inner desire to write from the heart first and fore most. If we are not careful, the pursuit of money will rob us of the right to write.

Freelance Writers - Three Simple Writing Mistakes To Avoid

Many common writing mistakes are easy to avoid once you're aware of them.

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth) - Story and Screenwriting Structure, Format

188 stages of the Hero's Journey (Monomyth) you need to know about... Supernatural Aid.

Writing Success - Five Secrets To Developing A Great Writing Career

Every writer's career has two aspects: the writing, and the marketing of your writing. It's vitally important that you realize this as early in your writing career as possible. If you don't, your career will languish in the doldrums. In 2007, there are more opportunities for writers than there have ever been, but you'll only see the opportunities if you know how to look for them.

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth) Screenwriting Structure, Screenplays

188 stages of the Hero's Journey (Monomyth) you need to know about...

Hero's Journey (Monomyth) - The Backstory Is The Moment When The Hero Lost His (Or Her) Balance

The backstory is the moment when the Hero lost his (or her) balance.

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth) - Screen and Story Writing

The 188 stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth) is the template upon which the vast majority of successful stories and Hollywood blockbusters are based upon.

Writing Press Releases - Step by Step

When it comes to writing your press release, it can be a lot easier to write than you would think. Just remember these simple tips- Keep it simple. Potential customers aren't interested in every detail of your site- they just want to know how it applies to them. If you go into every detail, your message will be lost and you won't get any new viewers. On the other hand, if you show why the site should interest them, then you should be gain a number of new customers. Summarize. If there is something that you need to go into detail with, summarize. People do a lot of reading for their jobs and ....

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth)- The Road of Trials Should be the Road of Transformations

The Road of Trials should be the Road of Transformations.

188 Stage Hero's Journey (Monomyth)- Every Hero Acts Like A Bull In A China Shop At Some Point

Every Hero acts like a bull in a china shop at some point.