12 Things I learned About Writing Books at MIC
September is the time for the Military Influencer Conference, attended by many publishers, authors, and aspiring writers, as well as people from all kinds of businesses, and those just looking to connect with like-minded (ahem, “like-hearted”) folks. In this post, I share what I learned about book writing and publishing at last year’s conference.
Ada Blackjack and The Cat
It’s been a hot summer. So instead of talking about the craft of writing or avoiding AI slop, let’s take a break and go north… way north.
Another AI Lawsuit by Authors
One of the world’s largest publishers is suing Google’s use of copyrighted material to train its AI tool Gemini. Read more about this landmark lawsuit and how it affects writers like us.
The Problems with Entrepreneurship
The quest to be the best in our fast-paced society can cause a lack of focus, or even a lack of business acumen. Sometimes we need to go back to our “roots” and learn from the trees.
Writers, Comedians, and Critics
Comedians must try their jokes out on a real, live audience. So we writers must also test our material with real readers. This post talks about how to “kill your darlings” without killing the essence of your piece.
How Long Should Your Book Be?
How long should your book be? That depends. Learn about different book lengths, and how best to determine what length is right for your book.
Published Authors: AI Might Owe You Money!
Don’t leave money on the table! Check to see if your book is part of the largest copyright settlement in US history against generative AI, and receive over $3,000.
Authors: Beware of Publishing Scams!
Unfortunately, there are a lot of scams and not-so-great publishing companies. In this post, I list the red flags to watch out for and ways you can keep yourself safe. After all the hard work you did writing your book, you deserve to publish with confidence!
What to Know When Writing Your Memoir
There are things you need to watch out for when writing your memoir. This list will help you think ahead and ensure you can publish with confidence.
Types of Life Stories: Structuring Your Memoir
How do you write a memoir that people want to read? Here I explain several methods you can use to appeal to a wide audience.