As an author, you need to pay attention to the world and people around you. It will give you lots of fodder for your stories.
Author: Karen Cioffi
Karen Cioffi is an award-winning author and children's ghostwriter. She loves to help those who want to be the author of a children's book fulfill their dream. Contact Karen today to get your story started!
Write for the Reader, Not for Yourself
As a writer you know what you intend. You know everything about your characters: the setting, the theme, and so on. But are you writing your story in such a way that the reader is privy to what she needs to keep up with the story? Are you writing for the reader?
The Author and Copywriting
Every author needs to write marketing content that helps sell what you’re offering or helps build your emails list, or other. That’s where copywriting comes in.
3 Ways Writing Builds Strength
Whether it’s your business or a hobby, writing helps you stay mentally active. It’s a great way to challenge our grey matter.
What’s Stopping You From Becoming a Children’s Author?
A large number of people want to be author of a children’s book, but there are a number of reasons why their dreams never get fulfilled. Find out three of the top reasons for this.
Submitting to an Editor or Literary Agent? 6 Things to Watch For
Any journey you’re about to go on, takes planning, preparation, and then execution. It’s the same with submitting your manuscript to an editor or literary agent.
Your Story Beginning
The beginning of your story is essential to get the reader involved and connected with the protagonist. So, how should you start it?
Common Children’s Author Mistakes, Big and Small
What are some of the most common children’s author mistakes when writing? The very first mistake is a weak plot.
Series Writing – Charting the Details
Thinking of writing a children’s book series? If you are, it’s essential to chart the details. To start, you should keep a separate notebook of file for each book, and …
Children’s Author – 5 Must-Haves for a Successful Book
While success can mean different things to different people, to me a successful book is one that kids will love to read and hopefully learn from. A book that subtly leaves a lingering message which is considered the take-away-value. And, just as important, the book meets the standard industry guidelines.