Category Archives: Writing

Tips for Beating Writer’s Block, Part One

Today we’d like to begin discussing something that affects all writers, self-published or otherwise. Yeah, you know what it is already: writer’s block. Why are there so many articles on writer’s block? Probably because writer’s block is to authors what a pulled muscle is to an athlete: one of the common denominators of the trade,…

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Are you a “Pantser” or are you a “Plotter?”

Whitney Eklof is currently an offline marketing specialist for Author Solutions, the world leader in supported self-publishing. She has a master’s degree in telecommunications from Indiana University, focusing specifically on storytelling across a range of mediums and story world creation.  While at IU, she also served as an associate instructor, educating students about writing, storytelling,…

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Creative Exercises to Keep You Going

Whitney Eklof is currently an offline marketing specialist for Author Solutions, the world leader in supported self-publishing. She has a master’s degree in telecommunications from Indiana University, focusing specifically on storytelling across a range of mediums and storyworld creation.  While at IU, she also served as an associate instructor, educating students about writing, storytelling, and…

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Five Tips to Help You Finish Your Manuscript

You were inspired. You started out strong, but you’re starting to run out of gas before the finish line. Not to worry! Here are five surefire tips to help you complete your manuscript and self-publish it. Put them into practice and you’ll be holding your first book signing before you know it. 1. Set a target date…

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Using Research to Craft a Better Book

Research is a must for self-published authors because it shows that you are informed and knowledgeable on a topic, and it gives you instant credibility with potential readers. Don’t think that research is only necessary for nonfiction authors; fiction writers can benefit from doing their homework, too! The good news is that when you are…

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Patti Galietta on Writing and Marketing Her Book

Balboa Press publishes articles written by our authors in which they share some aspect of their self-publishing journeys. These are the words of Patti Galietta author of Angel’s Christmas Miracle, Check her out on Twitter, Goodreads and Pinterest. Download the Balboa Press free publishing guide to receive more information on self-publishing your book with Balboa Press.  Just like everyone I…

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Motivational Writing by Valerie Haynes Perry

Balboa Press publishes articles written by our authors in which they share some aspect of their self-publishing journeys. These are the words of Valerie Haynes Perry author of Write the Book You Want, For more information, check out her website and Facebook. Download the Balboa Press free publishing guide to receive more information on self-publishing your book with Balboa Press.  Writing can…

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The Three Fears that Stop You From Writing

Balboa Press publishes articles written by our authors in which they share some aspect of their self-publishing journeys. As a speaker and author of The Dolphin’s Dance: A 5-Step Journey into Conscious Awareness, Micheline shares her successful model for living a more conscious and present life, helping others find inner peace, happiness, and purpose. Nader is an award-winning CEO and healthcare…

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