Answer by Clarence Sherrick: Get yourself a small easy to carry writing book. As well as a writing device. Keep these with you as often as possible. Even when in the restroom. Whenever you are sitting, standing or waiting for something at some length. Write a quick short passage on anything or anyone going on…
Category: IMHO Commentary … I’m just saying…
My personal opinions on literary issues and practices
Nowadays, literally is used interchangeably with figuratively, is this truly acceptable? Does this constitute an erosion of the English l…
Answer by Candace Vianna: No, to the first part. These are not interchangeable. They are antonyms. Literally means without interpretation or embellishment, exactly as stated. Figuratively means you’re not being literal, you’re using figures of speech or are speaking metaphorically. The second part of the question is more difficult to pin down. Language evolves with…
Candace Vianna… Hey I’m a celeb now! I just completed my first author interview. How cool is that.
Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written. I started artistically late in life. My parents cautioned me to stay away from art related careers. They advised me to pursue a serious occupation that would lead to a “real job and a stable career,” which I did by becoming a … Candace…
Is this paragraph properly written?
Answer by Candace Vianna: I pretty much agree with the majority on this one, but here’s another punctuation trick to consider. On the way to his car, Dan analyzed what the man had said: The warehouse was occupied on Wednesdays and Thursdays. But the Buffalo murder occurred on a Saturday, and Sarah Johnson was killed…
I’m thinking about writing a coffee-table book with elaborate multidisciplinary facts that eventually relate to medicine. What are the se…
Answer by Kush Bansal: It may end up being boring and non conversation stricker. A must for coffee table book. I’m thinking about writing a coffee-table book with elaborate multidisciplinary facts that eventually relate to medicine. What are the se…
Is it ethical to rewrite another author’s story in one’s own words and sell it as one’s own?
Answer by Ethan Bonilla: One word: plastics. No, really. One word. Bollywood. Is it ethical to rewrite another author’s story in one’s own words and sell it as one’s own?
How likely is it for a new author to make money with the Kindle Singles program?
Answer by Candace Vianna: A lot of your success is going to be tied to the category you’re writing in. Kindle Singles are limited to short story and novella length works. They are not accepting: how-to manuals, public domain works, reference books, travel guides, children’s books or story collections in this category. Submission guidelines can…
Before writing a novel, what shall I focus on at the beginning?
Answer by Candace Vianna: In my opinion, it varies. First ask yourself this question. “Why do I want to a novel?” The answer to that question determines your approach. Are you writing to generate income? If so you need to make content choices based on market demand. You can write a great novel about a…
When your best friends are your worst enemies…
Hey folks… I had a delicate situation the other day. Those of you who follow me on Goodreads are probably aware that I reached out to other indie authors: I’ll do you, if you do me… I proposed a book and review trade… But what do you do if you receive a book so awful…
Indie Tag… You’re It.
Hey folks, I just met a fellow Indie, LE Fitzpatrick from Wales, on Goodreads ! These are exciting times. Being older, I remember a world much larger and daunting than the we have now. You were lucky to connect with people in the next state. But now just a click or tap or swipe takes you…
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