Tag: writing
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Self-Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing: What Authors Need to Know
by Kennisha Thornton Recently, I listened to a traditionally published author share her perspective on the differences between self-publishing and traditional publishing. What stood out most was her honesty—she didn’t speak negatively about self-publishing, but she did highlight one of its biggest challenges: distribution. In traditional publishing, authors often benefit from established distribution networks. Their…
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Turning Real Life into Fiction: How Authors Can Transform Their Stories into Powerful Novels
Every author has a story to tell, but some of the most compelling novels are born from real life. The challenge is not whether your experiences are “interesting enough,” but how you shape them into a narrative that resonates with readers. Turning real life events into fiction is both an art and a process, one…
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From the Page to the Stage: How Authors Can Leverage Their Books to Build a Speaking Career
There’s something powerful about watching someone stand confidently on a stage and speak life into a room. I remember being in my early 20s, sitting in an audience and watching one of my favorite authors, Valorie Burton, command the stage with grace. She carried herself with a beautiful, strong, vibrant posture—poised, confident, and deeply grounded…
