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Permalink Reply by Keri Pugh on September 23, 2010 at 7:21pm

Currently, I have thoroughly read and done some exercises from the following websites:

scriptologist.com
thescriptlab.com

One of my key contacts and supporters, in my writing group, writes scripts...obviously. The information on these sites is straight to the point, exercises are available, and one also has a nice glossary of terms, which better helped me understand what the hell they were talking about!

Permalink Reply by Keri Pugh on September 23, 2010 at 7:24pm

I am reading Writing the Breakout Novel and have the accompanying workbook, by Donald Maass. He positions writing as developing a product and how to bring that product to market, so that it is the best version it can be and has the best chance to get noticed. As a Finance major with years of experience in the business and investment world, this approach made a lot of sense to me!

He had me at the Intro! *giggle*

Permalink Reply by Keri Pugh on October 13, 2010 at 1:25pm

I am finding that seasoned writer's are a wealth of information and encouragement. In such a competitive field, I am finding support from the vets, who seem genuinely excited in helping you see your book through. Network with them, when you can. There is a great community of them here. Don't be intimidated and don't hesitate to use them as a resource! You won't be sorry that you did!

Permalink Reply by miz sharon on October 19, 2010 at 8:34am

I very much agree there are a number of writers who willingly share their experience and ask for nothing in return. Some writers have blogs, some have websites, and some online groups. Go through the link lists on the sites of editors and agents. and you may find advice that guides you through the submission process and gives you the skinny on who is doing what in the publishing world.

Permalink Reply by Keri Pugh on October 19, 2010 at 11:32am

This is great information...thanks for sharing!

Permalink Reply by Valerie M Honey. on April 12, 2012 at 3:08pm

  Hello Keri.

I have just joined She Writes, and have been browsing the web site. How are things with you at this point? I am not too clueless now, but I have had the help of resources along the way.

Valarie H. aka Heather Rowan.

Permalink Reply by Valerie M Honey. on April 19, 2012 at 12:15pm

  To get started I signed up for a three year writing course on line. This was an excellent decision on my part,It had been a few decades since I had sat in on an basic English class.I had the gift of a one-on-one Tutor and a valuable set of resources.

 I have invested in a subscription to Writers Digest for some years now. A great magazine for writers at all levels.  In my library of reference books I value two I have, authored by Sol Stein. Sol Stein On Writing,+ How To Build A Novel. As you develop as a writer, so many doors are opened to you. There is a whole world for beginning writers out there.

Permalink Reply by Daphne Q on April 21, 2012 at 12:42pm

I try to write every day, whether I feel like it or not.

Permalink Reply by Regina Y. Swint on April 21, 2012 at 4:36pm

I'm not as green as I used to be, but I'm still learning so much as I go along.  I'm attending a writer's conference next month to try and pick up some pointers and other good info from the attendees.  Other than a few of the She Writes group, I haven't joined any writers groups; and I haven't taken a class in years, so I'm probably behind the times on so many of the new trends in writing and publishing.

Like you, I'm trying to be very careful with my work, and not just throw it together in a rush.  I've found several of the discussion threads here on She Writes very helpful and insightful.  I browse other blogs and read as many articles as I can from the bloggers who are also writers and published authors.  I also watch some of the Youtube videos from agents and editors.  It's all coming together slowly for me.  My next books will all be self-published, so I hope to make good use of the info I pick up.  I want to be credible and competitive out there.

Permalink Reply by Regina Y. Swint on April 21, 2012 at 4:55pm

And definitely please feel free to ask me any questions that you have on the self-publishing process.  I am among those writers who would be glad to share info and experiences.  Most of my own experiences have been positive, but I know there are plenty of pitfalls out there that we have to watch out for, even as we gain more experience.