I first began writing my novel in the middle of my eighth-grade social studies class. I still remember the day: my classmates were working quietly on an assignment I decided to pull out my cell phone and open up the Notes application. I began with the first four names of my characters: Noah, ... READ the POST
The Illusions of Self-Publishing
Self-publishing is not free, contrary to the first lines on Kindle Direct Publishing’s home page. It costs a lot of money to publish a book. That is the reality many new authors, particularly young ones who dream of self-publishing, must accept. One cannot simply throw their unedited manuscript ... READ the POST
It Starts with Fanfiction
"'Yes, you love me Lindir, and I love you as well.' she hugged him a loving hug. 'Wow, you stole those words right out of my mouth.' he whispered and hugged her back. 'But when we were kids you did not like me.' At that comment they both laughed aloud. 'No, no I did not like you, so we ... READ the POST
From Author to Author: A Guide for Young and Dreaming Writers
Greetings, everyone! As some may know, I’m 16 and I’ve recently self-published my first novel, titled Her Prince of Dreams. As a teenager, I never expected I would begin my career as a writer so young. That being said, exchanging business is not a strong-suit for someone with no ... READ the POST
