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.
Today is a delightful day because I’m joined on the porch by author Elizabeth Seckman. We’ve been giggling like school girls since she sat down. So much so, we nearly spilled our tea. Elizabeth shares a delightful story of a … Continue reading →
Posted in Sittin' On The Porch
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Tagged amwriting, author, author promotion, book ideas, elizabeth seckman, how to write, improving writing, kelly abell, writing, writing advice, writing stories, writing tips
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You have multiple books published and you’re wondering how to promote them all at once? Consider an Author Promotion Video. By pulling together short taglines about each book along with the book cover and other stock photos or video footage, … Continue reading →
I was reading a post on Facebook the other day and it read, “Never tick off a writer or they might kill you off in their next book!” I laughed, but that also started me thinking about this segment of … Continue reading →
Posted in Where Story Ideas Come From
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Tagged amwriting, author, editing, how to write, improving writing, kelly abell, professionalism, stories, Story ideas, writing, writing stories, writing tips
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It’s a nice sunny day here in Florida, and I’m sittin’ on the porch with Author KC Sprayberry. I’m sure she’s enjoying the break from the cold and the snow. We’ve got our coffee and we’re chatting about why editors … Continue reading →
I was feeling nostalgic this morning as I was re-reading my first published book, Sealed In Lies. This book and I have been on quite a journey. It took me over a year to write it, mostly because I obsessed … Continue reading →
Posted in My Personal Journey
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Tagged amwriting, author, kelly abell, novel, publishing, Sealed In Lies, self-publishing tips, write better, writing, writing advice, writing stories, writing tips
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Many people ask me, “Are you an Outliner?” Aside from sounding like a creature from another planet, an Outliner is a writer who outlines the entire novel before writing a word. When I first started writing, I found outlining to … Continue reading →
I know I’ve mentioned this before in some capacity, but I keep seeing posts on social media by authors and their content disturbs me. If you are an author, I would advise not making public posts that are negative in … Continue reading →
Posted in Put On Your Online Suit
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Tagged amwriting, author, author branding, author promotion, improving writing, kelly abell, professional behavior, professionalism, publishing, social media, writing, writing advice, writing stories, writing tips
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It’s really cold today, for Florida that is, and joining me on the porch is author Sheila Lamb. We’re bundled up under a fleece blankie with some vanilla lattes discussing how to over come writer’s block. I find her idea … Continue reading →
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Tagged amwriting, author, blogging, book ideas, kelly abell, Sheila Lamb, Story ideas, writing, writing advice, writing short stories, writing stories, writing tips
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Web banners are a great way to build your brand as an author. You need a visual that readers can associate with you as an author. It can either contain graphics from your most recent release or something that brands … Continue reading →
Posted in Self-Publishing Tips
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Tagged amwriting, author, author branding, author promotion, blogging, kelly abell, promoting books, publishing, self-publishing tips, teasers, web banners, writing tips
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This week I received an email from Attorney Kathryn Goldman after I signed up to receive this Digital Artists Rip-Off Protection Report. (One I highly recommend you download) This email contained information about idea protection and I wanted to share it. … Continue reading →
Posted in Writing Tips
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Tagged amwriting, author, copyright, how to publish, how to write, idea protection, indie publishing, kelly abell, publishing, self-publishing tips, stories, Story ideas, writing, writing tips
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Author Kelly Abell 