November 29, 2010

2011 Feature Topics at All the Blog's a Page




The following are topics to be covered on All the Blog's a Page [website] during 2011. Author features will be bi-monthly, with some features focusing on genres and subject matter and other features focusing on discussion pertaining to writing.

I'm currently finalizing authors for January; however, if you would like consideration in being featured for another month in 2011, please e-mail me!


JANUARY 2011
TOPIC: Defining the "Good Book"


MARCH 2011
TOPIC: Death and Writing


MAY 2011
TOPIC: Ingredients to Making a Great Character


JULY 2011
TOPIC: Domestic Violence


SEPTEMBER 2011
TOPIC: Plotter vs. Pantser


NOVEMBER 2011
TOPIC: Sci-Fi / Fantasy

November 8, 2010

Finding Space to Write ~ Latest Blood-Red Pencil Post



At The Blood-Red Pencil, I'm back with my latest Writing in 140 blog post; this time, I'm looking at SPACES, specifically the spaces you write in. Come read about where I do my best writing and share with us where you like to make your characters come to life! Here's the [LINK] directly to the post!


The Blood-Red Pencil
Sharp and pointed observations about good writing
[http://bloodredpencil.blogspot.com]

November 5, 2010

Two Tips to Spark Your Writing ~ Latest The Write Life for You Article



Becoming a Lifelong Learner of the Craft of Writing


By author, editor, educator Shonell Bacon aka ChickLitGurrl™


The Write Life for You is a series of articles on the writing craft. Since 2008, I have written articles focused on building character, developing a solid plot, and harnessing a writing style--to name a few.

November's article fits really well with the month, considering it's NaNoWriMo. If you're feeling a little stuck and unsure of what to write about, in my latest piece, I share two tips with you to get you going--and one combines a little Chinese food eating with your writing!


Head to APOOOBOOKS.COM to read my latest article in The Write Life for You series!

October 29, 2010

Making Friends with Your Internal Editor ~ Latest Blood-Red Pencil Post


At The Blood-Red Pencil, I'm back with my latest Writing in 140 blog post; this time, I dredge up a character who is often cast as the antagonist in your quest to write: the internal editor. In 140 words (or less), I argue why the IE is actually the writer's friend. Come read my advice and make sure to comment! Here's the [LINK] directly to the post!
The Blood-Red Pencil
Sharp and pointed observations about good writing

October 11, 2010

Using Pictures to Spark Writing ~ Latest Blood-Red Pencil Post




At The Blood-Red Pencil, I'm back with my latest Writing in 140 blog post; this time, I'm talking about using images to help spark story ideas. Come read what I have to say on the subject, then leave a comment, letting us know if you use pictures for your writing endeavors, and if so, HOW you use them! Here's the [LINK] directly to the post!


The Blood-Red Pencil
Sharp and pointed observations about good writing
[http://bloodredpencil.blogspot.com]

October 8, 2010

Writing the Short Short Story ~ Latest The Write Life for You Article





Becoming a Lifelong Learner of the Craft of Writing




By author, editor, educator Shonell Bacon aka ChickLitGurrl™





The Write Life for You is a series of articles on the writing craft. Since 2008, I have written articles focused on building character, developing a solid plot, and harnessing a writing style--to name a few.


For October's article, I look at writing the "short" short story. I recently helped a sisterfriend work on a short short story for a contest, and it sparked me to write this article--for others and for myself. Some of us shy away from writing short works because you still have to paint a vivid picture with characters, conflict, setting, etc., but you get a smaller canvas in which to paint that picture. In the article, I offer some advice on how to tackle the preparation of writing the short short story.


Head to APOOOBOOKS.COM to read my latest article in The Write Life for You series!

October 2, 2010

New Coaching Program for New Writers!




Book Coach and Best Selling Author Fon James presents...Get My Book Out of Me!


An online coaching program designed especially for new writers who are procrastinating on getting their books completed. If you're fed up with your writing/procrastination habits, desire a coach to keep you accountable and guide you every step of the way, this is the writing program for you! If you know you're ready to finally get that book out of your head and into the hands of your readers, learn more about this exciting and highly recommended program by visiting the Get My Book Out Of Me website. Be sure to mention us when you register to receive your free 30 minute 1:1 coaching session with Coach Fon (value $175)!