Query Letters and Book Proposals: A lesson from author Janice Thompson and Free Writing Lessons.com
JThompson
Sparkling Proposals: A writing lesson from Free Writing Lessons.com
Dealing with Rejection: A Lesson from Free Writing Lessons.com
Finding and Working with an Agent: A writing lesson from author Janice Thompson and Free Writing Lessons.com
Open Sesame: A Fiction Lesson from Free Writing Lessons.com.
Eight Things Not to Say to an Editor: From Free Writing Lessons.com
Author Editor Relationships: From Free Writing Lessons.com
Working with Your Publisher to Market Your Book
Self-Publishing the Print Book from Free Writing Lessons.com.
100 Tips to Maintain a Killer Platform: from Free Writing Lessons.com.
Get the tools you need to sustain a lucrative career (from Free Writing Lessons.com).
Double Your Word Count in Two Weeks from Free Writing Lessons.com.
Roller Coaster Writing: An inspirational article from Free Writing Lessons.com.
Enjoy this public speaking lesson from Free Writing Lessons.com.
Can you pitch your book in 30 seconds? A strong elevator pitch can open doors to publishers, agents, and readers! In this free lesson, learn how to craft a clear, compelling pitch that grabs attention and makes your story unforgettable.
Enjoy this lesson on publishing trends from Free Writing Lessons.com.
Enjoy this lesson on creating the perfect ending for your story, from Free Writing Lessons.com
Enjoy this lesson on Public Speaking (Speaking to Civic Groups) from Free Writing Lessons.com.
It’s so fun to teach other writers the things you’ve learned about the writing craft! If you’re fortunate enough to share, this post will give you ideas of where to speak, as well as topics to consider.
There are lots of great speaking venues out there, but I want to talk about some of my favorites: schools, homeschool groups, colleges, libraries and historical groups.
The stage is a magical place. Live actors and a live audience make for an immediacy no other art of the written word can duplicate. The ancient Greeks and Romans believed that the dramatic “poet” (that’s us) had the power and the duty to “teach and to please,” and it’s a tradition that lives on to this day. Sounds great. But how do you do it?
Building Your Writing House: The Entry Way
Enjoy this writing lesson from Free Writing Lessons.com
Enjoy this writing lesson from Free Writing Lessons.com
The Kitchen: Cooking up a Winning Story from Free Writing Lessons.com
Enjoy this new writing lesson from Free Writing Lessons.com
Enjoy this lesson on plotting and pacing from Free Writing Lessons.com
Another great lesson on Building Your Writing House from Free Writing Lessons.com
Master the Art of Dialogue in Fiction!
Great dialogue isn’t just words on a page—it reveals character, drives the plot, and keeps readers engaged. In this lesson, you’ll learn how to craft natural, compelling conversations that add depth to your story. Discover essential techniques like differentiating character voices, adding subtext, creating tension, and avoiding common pitfalls. With practical examples, formatting tips, and hands-on exercises, this guide will help you bring your characters to life through realistic and dynamic dialogue.
Paint me There – from author Janice Thompson and Free Writing Lessons.com