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Started by Tanya Buck. Last reply by Deb Lewis 2 hours ago. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Would anyone be interested in trading the first couple of chapters of their novels? Mine is close to final draft (are they ever truly finished??) and I need fresh eyes on mine before submitting to…Continue
Tags: critique, Suspense, Paranormal
Started by Petrea Burchard. Last reply by Melanie Conklin yesterday. 1 Reply 2 Likes
I think it'll be useful, if for nothing else than to read all the blurbs and learn how best to write my own.Oh! and "The Four Ms. Bradwells" is right inside the first page. It's the first thing you…Continue
Started by Jessica Vealitzek. Last reply by Jessica Vealitzek on Friday. 13 Replies 0 Likes
Hi all - I've set aside a close-to-final draft for a few weeks, after which I'll print and take it on a trip with me to read through beginning to end for the first time. After that and any…Continue
Started by Alle C. Hall. Last reply by Jessica Vealitzek on Friday. 15 Replies 2 Likes
If all goes well, I will shortly be blogging about self-publishing vs. traditional publishing for a big big big media site. I need your questions. 1. Qualms, comments, or concerns about choosing…Continue
Started by G.G. Vandagriff. Last reply by G.G. Vandagriff on Friday. 2 Replies 0 Likes
I've had a lot of reviewers for The Only Way To Paradise, but none of the caliber of this group. I hope this is not a no-no to ask!Here's the blurb:“Unforgettable!”“What is that hard to define…Continue
Started by Kierie. Last reply by Melissa Stevens Feb 7. 23 Replies 0 Likes
I naturally (and easily) write in first person; however am I cutting myself off from giving other characters "the mic" as it were? I'm experimenting with 3rd person and it's awkward at best. Are…Continue
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ok thanks so much!
Elizabeth, if none of this helps, holler and I'll send you the template I now use.
Ok kewl. Thanks
Elisabeth, I can recommend
http://www.thewritehelper.com/
She doesn't give free advice, meaning that she will not work for a week on your work for nothing, but she likely can give you a good advice.
For instance, she got me published.
I tried that too... blah...
Elizabeth, I had to insert an ODD page break, even though that went contrary to what seemed to be needed. Good luck! It took me WEEKS to figure it out.
thanks added http://www.smashwords.com to my resource list too!
@ Colleen--You're very welcome-hope you find it helpful :)
Smashwords also has good info.
When I insert the page numbers they don't put the right number on the correct page. I did look at the tips website before asking but couldn't find the answer to my problem. Susan I think the problem I am having may be similar to yours. I have been futzing with the section breaks like crazy but they still won't work right. Ugh
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