Author Tools and Resources
Welcome to my author tool and resources page. I am so glad you have taken the time to check it out. I will post all the tools I use and referral information from other artists, editors, and publisher services.
Are you a new author and looking to expand your list of tools? I am sure you are like me and have spent hours researching all of the steps in self-publishing. There are so many steps you need to take to publish your book. I will provide tools to help you along the way. I offer my help and advice because I truly believe we all thrive when we lift each other up. Please leave your comments or send me an email with your questions. If there is something that you would like to see here, let me know. Alan@AlanWild.usEditing services
Are you looking for an editor that specializes in editing LGBTQ books and other writings? Below you will find information for Nicholas Taylor with JustWriteRight.co.uk
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Finding your cover designer
You’ve got the words written, now you need to wrap them up! Readers do judge a book by its cover and so it's vital you make it stand out. The post Finding your cover designer appeared first on Just Write Right.
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Editing Queer Romance Novels
Love is love and there should be romance novels that reflect every type of relationship. Here's some advice for writing, and editing, authentic queer romance books. The post Editing Queer Romance Novels appeared first on Just Write Right.
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8 Reasons to work with me!
Well, I think there’s a lot more than eight reasons to work with me but here are what eight people who have worked with me have said about the process! If you want to know more about working with me, you can read more testimonials here. Want to work with me? Get in touch today! … Continue reading 8 Reasons to work with me! The post 8 Reasons to work with me! appeared first on Just Write Right.
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Writing Gay Intimacy: Essential Tips for Authors
Writing sex scenes – whether steamy, romantic, or explicit – can be a daunting task for any author. When it comes to writing gay sex scenes, there’s the added layer of wanting to accurately represent LGBTQ+ experiences while still serving the story and your characters. Whether you’re penning erotica or weaving intimate moments into a … Continue reading Writing Gay Intimacy: Essential Tips for Authors The post Writing Gay Intimacy: Essential Tips for Authors appeared first on Just Write Right.
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Foreshadowing Techniques: Enhance Your Writing Skills
Foreshadowing is one of the most powerful tools in your arsenal. Planting breadcrumbs that guide readers towards the big moments in your plot – without them even realising it. Done well, foreshadowing creates a sense of suspense and satisfaction. Done poorly, it can feel heavy-handed or ruin the surprise. What exactly is foreshadowing, why does … Continue reading Foreshadowing Techniques: Enhance Your Writing Skills The post Foreshadowing Techniques: Enhance Your Writing Skills appeared first on Just Write Right.
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Boost Tension in Your Stories with Layered Conflicts
Conflict is at the heart of every novel. Characters need to overcome challenges. When I read and edit fiction, I approach conflict with at three levels: internal, local and global. This post will help you identify these three areas of conflict and give you ideas about increasing the tension for your characters. Internal conflict Internal … Continue reading Boost Tension in Your Stories with Layered Conflicts The post Boost Tension in Your Stories with Layered Conflicts appeared first on Just Write Right.
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Ten Common Writing Struggles and Solutions
Writing can be tough. Staring at the blinking cursor on a blank page can be completely debilitating. When it comes to writing, it’s down to you, the author, and your own imagination and ideas. You alone are solely responsible for getting ideas from your mind to the reader. Here are some reasons why people just … Continue reading Ten Common Writing Struggles and Solutions The post Ten Common Writing Struggles and Solutions appeared first on Just Write Right.
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Editing YA Books
Young Adult, or YA, books bridge the gap between the safe world of children’s literature and the more expansive adult world. Having said that, YA books don’t shy away from tackling darker themes, they just do it a more sensitive way. Writing YA books Young adult books are found in many different genres. Typically, the … Continue reading Editing YA Books The post Editing YA Books appeared first on Just Write Right.
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Editing Historical Fiction
Take your readers back in time and connect with the past through authentic storytelling. Research and accuracy matters, but not at the expense of good storytelling. Writing historical fiction Historical fiction writing cleverly blends facts into great stories. Taking a time period as the main focus, the job of the writer it to create characters … Continue reading Editing Historical Fiction The post Editing Historical Fiction appeared first on Just Write Right.
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Editing Crime Fiction
Who done it? That’s what you’ll be inviting readers to find out when you write crime fiction, but the clues should be there and good editing will make sure of that! Writing crime fiction Crime fiction has many subgenres. From police procedurals to cozy crime, they all have their own tropes and idiosyncrasies that you, … Continue reading Editing Crime Fiction The post Editing Crime Fiction appeared first on Just Write Right.