Author Archives: Kelly Abell

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About Kelly Abell

I am a writer, blogger, and graphic artist. My aim for you is to utilize this blog to help you improve your writing skills, and to educate you on the publishing business. If you need help with writing, want to self-publish a book and need advice, or just want to kick a story idea around to see what works best, that's what I'm here for. As I gain knowledge from editors and publishers, I will share that knowledge with you. As writers we should always strive to improve our craft and grow. A day should not pass where you haven't learned or tried something new with your writing. Many thanks to my Night Owl Friend, Lea Ellen Borg for editing my posts! Best to you and all your characters and stories. Write on, my friends...Write on.

Writing Tip # 9 Polishing That Manuscript #amwriting

Posted on January 10, 2015 by Kelly Abell

So you’ve finished that labor of love and you think you’re ready to send it in to an agent or a publisher. Wait! Not Yet! As a past editor for a publisher, I would like to share with you what … Continue reading →

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Posting a Notice on Facebook – Does it Work? #amwriting

Posted on January 9, 2015 by Kelly Abell

I’ve been seeing these notices on Facebook to avoid copyright violations and plagiarism on Facebook lately so I asked my attorney friend, Kathryn Goldman if it really worked. She was kind enough to share this article with me from Plagiarism … Continue reading →

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Top Ten Writing Mistakes Editors See Every Day

Posted on January 5, 2015 by Kelly Abell

Originally posted on Stephen Carver:
In addition to writing and teaching, one of the things I do for a living is to evaluate manuscripts for their suitability for publication. I read fiction (and non-fiction) across several genres, and write comprehensive…

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Sittin’ On The Porch With Kelly – Author John Guzzardo – Learnings From The Publishing World #amwriting

Posted on January 3, 2015 by Kelly Abell

Good Morning. Going to be about 73 degrees here in Florida land. A great day to sit on the porch and interview another one of my author friends. I’ve sweetened up the tea and I’m pouring a glass for John … Continue reading →

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Self-Publishing Tip #6 – Building Your Author Brand Series – Hiring Someone To Handle Social Media Posting #amwriting

Posted on January 1, 2015 by Kelly Abell

While hanging out on various social media sites, I’ve seen some advertisements for companies that are charging for “Author Promotion”. To this end, some will offer to schedule book releases, blog hops, tweet blasts and other social media blasts. Having … Continue reading →

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Writing Tip # 8 – Showing versus Telling #amwriting

Posted on December 30, 2014 by Kelly Abell

As a writer I often attend conferences where I hear the phrase, “Show not Tell”. Okay… What the heck does that mean? It means that in writing you want to have your reader be a part of the action, not … Continue reading →

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Sittin’ On The Porch With Kelly – Author Penny Estelle – A Trip Down Reality Lane

Posted on December 27, 2014 by Kelly Abell

On this sunny Saturday December morning, I’m sitting on the porch with author Penny Estelle. Much like some of my other porch guests Penny and I are talking about her writing journey and some of the realities we face along … Continue reading →

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Never Give UP! Getting Into The Local Library #amwriting

Posted on December 23, 2014 by Kelly Abell

I’ve been working on a project for the last ten years and today it finally came to fruition! I’m proud to announce that all my books are now available in my local Hillsborough County Library!  When I contacted the library … Continue reading →

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Sittin’ On The Porch With Kelly – Author Lady Soliloque – The Benefit of Editors and Beta Teams

Posted on December 21, 2014 by Kelly Abell

Today I’m joined on the porch by Lady Soliloque. It’s nice to have another Southern Lady with me today. We both appreciate the value of a good sweet tea, which is what we’re enjoying right now. It was a blistering … Continue reading →

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Sittin On The Porch With Kelly – Mya O’Malley – On Her Journey #amwriting

Posted on December 20, 2014 by Kelly Abell

Sittin’ on the porch today sipping tea with Author Mya O’Malley, I’m reminded of my own writing journey. Not for the faint of heart, but having friends and family to support you counts for so much. Mya shares a great deal … Continue reading →

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