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Writing Tip – Cleaning Up Word Vomit #amwriting
I believe it was the movie Mean Girls that first introduced this term to me, and I thought it was an apt description of what I see a lot in the submissions I’ve read. Word Vomit is a phrase I … Continue reading
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Tagged amwriting, editing, editing tips, kelly abell, Words, writing, writing journey, writing tips
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To “CON” or “Not To CON”, That Is The Question #awriting #authors
I’m sitting here recovering after my most successful conference attendance as an author since becoming published. I just got back from Authors After Dark 2o15 in Atlanta, and I’ll tell you it was extremely successful. I met a ton of … Continue reading
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Tagged amreading, amwriting, author, author branding, author promotion, blogging, book signings, Conferences, kelly abell, promotion, writing tips
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Mara’s Passion Excerpt – Thought I’d Share Some of My Own Work
Good Morning, For those who have been asking, I thought I’d share a writing sample from my latest release Mara’s Passion, Book Three in the Saving Shenanigans Trilogy. Enjoy! While he made his way to a nearby table, the crowd … Continue reading
Writing Tip – Lose the Cliché – They’re Dull As Dirt
The definition, according to Dictionary.com, of cliche is : a trite, stereotyped expression; a sentence or phrase, usually expressing a popular or common thought or idea, that has lost originality, ingenuity, and impact by long overuse, as sadder but wiser, … Continue reading
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Tagged amwriting, cliches, creative wording, editing, editing tips, write better, writing, writing tips
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Sittin” On The Porch With Kelly – Author Charlene Carlberg – Writing Can Fill A Special Place
This morning is hot and muggy, so we are truly enjoying Sweet Tea this morning. Nothing like Florida in the summer. Whew! Today I’m SO proud to have with me Author Charlene Carlberg. Charlene has a powerful message to share … Continue reading
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Tagged abuse, amreading, amwriting, book ideas, Charlene Carlberg, domestic abuse, inspiration, poetry, writing
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A Compelling Story Is Not Enough
I started a new book by a new author last night, and while it had a great hook, and the story began with a bang, it is already disappointing. Why? Poor editing. I am so disappointed for this writer. The … Continue reading
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Tagged amediting, amwriting, author branding, dialogue, editing, editing tips, kelly abell, Point of View, write better, writing, writing advice, writing tips
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Writing Tip – Patience, Grasshopper – Let it Marinate #awriting
I want to share with you a lesson I learned from a very wise young man. My 20 year old son. He is quite the visionary attending the University of Florida, hoping to eventually enter the film industry. Very often he reviews … Continue reading
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Tagged amwriting, editing, editing tips, how to write, improving writing, kelly abell, novel, write better, writing advice, writing tips
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Writing Tip – Why is Reading For Pleasure Important to the Craft of Writing #amwriting
I was working on a story the other day and spending some time reflecting when an email came in from a fan. The question asked of me was, “How do you find time to read for pleasure?” I’ll share with … Continue reading
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