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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Check out Nicholas Taylor's Blog below. www.JustWriteRight.co.uk
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The London Book Fair 2024
This year, I visited the London Book Fair – my first trip to the greatest book trade fair. Here are my reflections on the event, whether it’s worth attending as a freelancer and what self-publishing advice I learnt from the event. Self-publishing at the London Book Fair The bulk of the exhibitors at the LondonContinue reading "The London Book Fair 2024" The post The London Book Fair 2024 appeared first on Just Write Right.
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Creating authentic queer characters
The world is stuffed full of a wide rainbow of people, from all places, backgrounds, gender identities and sexualities, to name a few differences. As our fiction aims to represent the world around us so our characters need to represent that wide variety of people. For a long time, queer characters have been underrepresented inContinue reading "Creating authentic queer characters" The post Creating authentic queer characters appeared first on Just Write Right.
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Tropes vs Cliches: What’s the difference?
When writing, we often hear the words trope and cliché. Understanding the difference between the two is important, as is understanding when to use them effectively in our writing and when to steer well clear! Tropes as tools Tropes are essentially patterns and conventions that provide structure to your storytelling. Frequently unique to a particularContinue reading "Tropes vs Cliches: What’s the difference?" The post Tropes vs Cliches: What’s the difference? appeared first on Just Write Right.
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Books for LGBTQ+ History Month
LGBTQ+ History Month is a time for us to reflect and to understand where the LGBTQ+ community has come from, the struggles it has had and the fights it has won. There’s so much more to do but understanding our history is vitally important too. We have always existed. We have always been there, throughoutContinue reading "Books for LGBTQ+ History Month" The post Books for LGBTQ+ History Month appeared first on Just Write Right.
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AI Tools in Editing: Why a Human is Best!
In this blog post, we consider why AI tools, despite their ability to understand some rules of grammar and syntax, fall short. We consider cultural landscapes, evolving language and emotional depths that define fiction, showcasing the indispensable role of human editors in crafting stories that not only adhere to grammatical conventions but also resonate authenticallyContinue reading "AI Tools in Editing: Why a Human is Best!" The post AI Tools in Editing: Why a Human is Best! appeared first on Just Write Right.
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The Seven Basic (Queer) Plots
It is said that there are only seven basic plots for all stories. No matter how complex or involved the story seems to be, it can be placed into one of the seven different types of story. The seven basic plots are not genres but structures we can use to construct a story and toContinue reading "The Seven Basic (Queer) Plots" The post The Seven Basic (Queer) Plots appeared first on Just Write Right.
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2024 Awareness Days
There are many LGBTQ+ awareness days throughout the year. These are days that bring particular attention to a group of people who share a common identity or experience. The post 2024 Awareness Days appeared first on Just Write Right.
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Writing more authentic dialogue
Writing dialogue is sometimes the most challenging thing when writing your novel. What are the best ways to approach writing dialogue and writing more authentic conversations between your characters? Show, don’t tell This is always great advice for writers but it extends to dialogue as much as the action and narrative of your writing. DialogueContinue reading "Writing more authentic dialogue" The post Writing more authentic dialogue appeared first on Just Write Right.
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Writing inclusive non-fiction books
LGBTQ+ inclusion is essential for creating a more welcoming society. Diversity in books, especially non-fiction books, embraces this diversity, makes it visible and can allow a platform for marginalised voices to be heard. My brand new guide is aimed at writers of non-fiction books who want to ensure that they are writing text and creatingContinue reading "Writing inclusive non-fiction books" The post Writing inclusive non-fiction books appeared first on Just Write Right.
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The 2023 Polari Prize Winners
Polari is the UK’s leading live showcase for emerging and established LGBTQ+ literary talent. Who won the 2023 prizes? The Polari Prize is the UK’s only LGBTQ+ book prize. This year there are two prizes: for debut and non-debut books. The biannual Children’s / YA book prize returns next year. Founded in 2011, this yearContinue reading "The 2023 Polari Prize Winners" The post The 2023 Polari Prize Winners appeared first on Just Write Right.