May 31, 2023
Show Notes:
After you've created the foundation, there is a time when it is advantageous to spread out and reach another audience.
You're in a silo, but there's another one right next to you! Other authors are looking for ways to do this, too.
Some of these work better for selling books or getting reviews, and some...
May 24, 2023
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- UPDATE:
- Valerie: I've been creating a Creator Profile in Convertkit's Creator...
May 17, 2023
Show Notes:
No single path to author success. No prescription.
1. Having idea
2. Writing it down so RAS (Reticular Activating System) can work.Write it Down, Make it Happen by Henriette Anne Klauser
3. Visualize what you want, with senses.
4. Be careful what you wish for, but also, be prepared to receive what you've...
May 10, 2023
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Show Notes:
Use the story rubric at https://valerieihsan.com . It's great for objectively identifying areas that need development and using a shared vocabulary with your critique partners.
Receiving feedback...
May 3, 2023
Show Notes:
Use the Rubric (available at valerieihsan.com for free) after drafting to have shared vocabulary to use with your critique partners and editors. And for self-editing. Find the parts that need work and study them as needed. (Read craft books on that subject, or listen to podcasts.)
If a reader says:
- "I...