Contributed by Suzanne Lieurance I watched a video of Tony Robbins on YouTube the other day and he said something that really stuck with me. He said, “If you are unhappy with anything in your life, simply raise your standards in that area.” So what did he mean by that? Well, according to Robbins, we…
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!
Read as a Writer
Every writer has been told to read, read, read. Read as much as you can to improve your writing skills. Well, I read an interesting article at Writer Unboxed that explained why simply reading to improve your writing won’t cut it. According to the author, Julianna Baggott, Faculty Director of Vermont College of Fine Arts…
Traditionally Publishing – Keep Submitting
While most of my ghosting clients self-publish, there are some who go the traditional route. This is definitely commendable, but it does require patience and tenacity. If you have a story you believe in and want to go the traditional route, then dig your heels in, roll-up your sleeves and start submitting. Keep in mind…
Small Book Publishers Fill the Gap
One of your primary concerns as an author is to get your book published. While self-publishing is a viable option, many authors still strive to be traditionally published. The problem, though, is getting your manuscript past the acquisitions editor of a major publishing house. And, while I always say nothing ventured, nothing gained, getting published…
The Author Website – 5 Top Tips to Optimization
At this point in time, with the internet an integral part of book marketing, EVERYONE knows that if you’re writing a book or have a book already done, you must have an author website. (If you fall into this category and don’t have a site up yet, get it started today.) SO WHAT ARE THE…
Are You a Writer? You’ve Got to Keep Learning and Growing
Contributed by Team Member Suzanne Lieurance I can always tell when someone knows almost ‘nothing’ about writing. They are the ones who think they already know ‘everything’. They’re the ones who can’t be bothered to take a writing class or a writer’s workshop, or work with a writing coach. They are the ones who believe…
Amazon Author Central Page and Book Page – Make the Most of Them
Yep. As an author, you need to promote your books. If you don’t, you won’t sell any. It’s all about creating visibility . . . after you’ve created a quality book. A great place to generate visibility and SELL your books is Amazon. And, it’s probably one of the most underutilized pieces of online real…
Storytelling vs. Writing a Story
Is there a difference between storytelling and writing a story? Yes, there is. A children’s publisher commented on the difference between storytelling and writing. She explained that storytelling involves visual aids, whereas writing does not. Granted, children’s picture books do provide illustrations in the form of visual aids, but they are not the same as…
6 Tips to What Makes a Good Story
Contributed by Aaron Shepard Good writers often break rules—but they know they’re doing it! Here are some good rules to know. Theme A theme is something important the story tries to tell us—something that might help us in our own lives. Not every story has a theme, but it’s best if it does. Don’t get…
Ghostwriting Children’s Books – 5 Ways to Know if You’re Any Good
Some writers can, at times, wonder if they’re ‘good enough’. Are they fulfilling their clients’ expectations? They may occasionally doubt their writing skills and ability. I think it goes with the territory. They may take on a project they’ve never done before. Yep, doubts surface. They see peers getting credits from major magazines or getting…