by Melissa Abramovitz Whether you write fiction or nonfiction, for children or adults, knowing how to deal with rejection is something that is useful for all writers. Even for experienced writers. Many people seem surprised when I tell them that I still receive many, many rejections after being a freelance writer and author for nearly…
by Suzanne Lieurance When it comes to the Law of Attraction, I often recommend visualization and affirmations to help any writer reach their writing goals. And yes, those are powerful tools. But there’s a deeper layer that often gets overlooked—a quieter, more consistent practice that sets the stage for real change. I’m talking about meditation,…
by Suzanne Lieurance Ever feel stuck in your writing, unsure of what’s next? I’ve been there. But let me tell you something—if you’re not consciously using the Law of Attraction, you’re leaving so much potential on the table. Whether you’re battling writer’s block, chasing down motivation, or just trying to bring more opportunities your way,…
by Suzanne Lieurance Previous posts here have explained visualization as a technique to help you achieve your goals and dreams. Deliberate visualizations are often used for the purpose of motivating you and training your subconscious mind to believe you can reach your goals and help you do it. When you use visualizations that way, what…
by Suzanne Lieurance Utilizing the law of attraction to become a successful writer presents several challenges, often related to how you interpret and apply this law. Here are some of the biggest challenges you might face as a writer: Understanding the Law of Attraction. The law of attraction is based on the idea that positive…
by Suzanne Lieurance If you’re a writer, you can often face various challenges that can lead you to give up before reaching your writing goals. Here are some of the most common challenges and tips for overcoming them to be a persistent writer and reach your writing goals: Challenge #1. Lack of Motivation Writing can…
by Suzanne Lieurance While the conscious mind is certainly important in our everyday lives as writers, it’s the subconscious mind that’s actually running the show. You may not realize it, but your subconscious mind could be sabotaging your writing success and needs to be reprogrammed to accept new beliefs. One way to reprogram your subconscious…
by Suzanne Lieurance Do you ever daydream about living your ultimate writer’s life? You know, the life where you’re cranking out bestsellers from a cozy cabin in the woods or your favorite beach, or tapping away at your laptop in a bustling café, fueled by endless cups of coffee and inspiration? Yeah, that dream. But…
by Nancy I. Sanders, Contributing Editor Want to hear a success story? Arriving in my e-mail inbox one day was a very, very nice acceptance letter from an editor for a manuscript I submitted to them. Want to hear more of the story? This was a manuscript I wrote a number of years ago. I…
by Melissa Abramovitz Writing nonfiction articles is one of the fastest ways to get published in children’s magazines. But although many of these magazines are hungry for well-written nonfiction, editors still reject a good portion of the submissions they receive. One reason for these rejections is that many articles lack a narrow focus. In other…
Susanna L. Hill (susannahill.com) is the author of three New York Times bestsellers, including Moon’s First Friends: One Giant Leap for Friendship, and the award-winning author of over twenty-five more books for children, including Punxsutawney Phyllis, Can’t Sleep Without Sheep, and the popular When Your Lion Needs a Bath series. Her books have been translated…
by Sandra Knight, Contributing Editor Are you looking for expenses to reduce your taxes as an author? Do you know which costs you can deduct to lower your taxes as a professional author or freelancer? If you don’t make a profit, can you still submit your losses? Taxes can be a hassle until you realize…
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