I learned a ton of things this year about running my author business. I thought about doing this as a series, but seeing as this is the last AuthorToolbox post for the year, I decided to go big. To learn more about the #AuthorToolboxBlogHop go here. I got advice from other authors, did a lot …
It’s time for a new adventure with this month’s Author Toolbox Blog Hop. Welcome to the third year of the #AuthorToolboxBlogHop, which is a monthly event on the topic of resources and learning for authors. Feel free to hop around to the various blogs and see what you learn! The rules and sign-up form are …
It’s the first Wednesday of a new month, whether I can believe it or not, so it is time for another round of the IWSG. Let’s start with this month’s question. Besides writing, what other creative outlets do you have? Well, we covered that one a while ago with my sewing post. Lessons in Writing …
Follow my blog with Bloglovin It’s a new year and time for the first Author Toolbox post. I’m going to look at all the important things we should take note of right now as author(entre)preneurs. I’ve read so many blog posts, listened to various podcasts and attended a multitude of webinars, that it feels like …
My obsession with learning everything there is to know about publishing continues! Last month I looked at Freelancers — which raised a lot of questions about vanity publishers. So, I found someone who knows a lot about the subject to clear it all up for us. This post is part of the February #AuthorToolBoxBlogHop, hosted by Raimey Gallant. …
I thought we should find out more about the role of freelancers in getting our writing polished and sparkling (especially important when you’re self-publishing). To do that, I’m welcoming fellow South African, and author, Misha Gericke to share her expertise. Thanks for having me over, Ronel! Let me tell you a bit more about myself …
Today I’m happy to have blogging friend Tasha over for a guest post. To some, eBook is a dirty word. The electronic book is seen as a downgraded, second cousin to the print book. While it can be said there is something wonderful about holding paper and print in our hands, there is also something …
Z is for Zooming. Welcome to the last day of the A-Z Challenge. Here’s a special treat for you: a guest post by blogging friend Juneta Key. Ronel has asked me to talk about Author Spotlights and Guest posts as part of a series of posts in her April’s A to Z Challenge theme. Why …
X is for X-factor. As writers, we know that we need an extra set of eyes on our work. But who should we trust? To answer that question, here’s a guest post by author friend Stephanie Faris. Writing can be a lonely profession. Even if you enjoy those hours of toiling away on a piece …
W is for Workshops. Do you need it? Is it worth it? Everyone has their own opinion on this. Writing Retreats What is it? A weekend/week-long event where you get to be free from family, distractions, obligations and your normal routine by being in a relaxing atmosphere that allows you to dig deep into the creative …
