If you missed my workshop with OCLS at the Downtown location, here is a chance to grab a copy of the PDF and/or PowerPoint Show. It was a...

Yesterday, on behalf of Orlando Nanowrimo at the South Trail location for OCLS I had the honor to introduce and inform writers what this...

READ FULL ARTICLE HERE: http://www.promotionalbooktours.com/2017/08/indie-bookfest-2017/ EXCERPT: Over eighty fabulous authors, panels...

This was a question that popped up in one of the many groups I am part of and after leaving a monster-sized response I figured I might...

First off, myself (Valerie Willis), Racquel Henry, and Laura (L.E.) Perez want to say thank you for the warm welcome and great turnout...

Once more, I want to thank everyone who came out to attend one, if not all my classes on “Writing a Novel 101” at the Orange County...

Editing should be kept separate from writing. Bottom-line (granted more experienced writers can juggle both, but we are talking about...

What is a Writing Style? It is the most important and precious thing a writer or author owns. This is what helps us illustrate, immerse,...

Recently I have been getting a ton of messages and seeing a large number of questions involving plot. Like many of my writing tip...

“A Fisherman’s Tail” is a fun, quirky fantasy comedy centered around some old fisherman and one newcomer, Tad. What unfolds at the end of this pier is both reminiscent of the fishing gurus of today with a flair of magic and a sprinkle of old man humor. A favorite among listeners when read at open mics! Feel free to share, plan on smiling and giggling! https://www.inkitt.com/stories/fantasy/98402 The peach colored sun had broken away from the purple horizon when Tad made it to

What is Foreshadowing Foreshadowing is a pivotal literary device seen in all writing in one shape or form. It can be used in several ways...

Picture from Pixabay.com by Tabor: https://pixabay.com/en/mountain-world-lake-nature-1062831/ What is Worldbuilding? This is the term...

Another year has come and past. Though on a global and national level, 2016 was a nightmare filled with some scary events and we can only...

Introduction As a writer, we often find ourselves in need of Research. I blame it on the natural curiosity, which drives us to put our...

When I was asked to write something for Mental Wellness for #HoldOnToTheLight , I was thrilled. Why? It is the reason why I create and...

Publishing in general is a very scary next step for any writer and their story. Whether you are aiming for Traditional or Self...

5 out of 5 Autonomy By Jude Houghton Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Autonomy-Jude-Houghton-ebook/dp/B01H3GYR5C/...

As an Independent Author, or Self-Published Author, there are a few obstacles I have to face. Unlike a traditional published or...

Short Story, Humor The cell phone was ringing again. Florida summer heat brought in a wave of friends and family calling for favors, but this time it was Alvin. With a sigh, Jay answered, “Hey Al!” “Man, I hate to ask…” Alvin’s tone of voice was equal to a grimace on a face. “It’s my Air Conditioner…” Rubbing his forehead, Jay retorted, “Lightning didn’t hit it again, did it?” There was silence on the other end. The heat of Alvin’s frustrations coming through with no words ne

After finishing and polishing my manuscript, I turned my attention to the internet. There were a few things I knew I wanted to be able to...