Apr
16
2013
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Building Your Blog: Progress Meters

Written by Anthony Dutson

Most authors use progress meters on their blogs or websites. I'll teach you how to add a simple meter to your blog and how to maintain it.

Apr
16
2013
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Write the query before the novel

Written by Sharon Bayliss

Query writing is considered by many to be a necessary evil. However, it can also be a useful plotting exercise.

Apr
16
2013
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Owning Writer

Written by Callie Leuck

Among writers, the I-was-afraid-to-own-the-title-of-writer conversation is reoccurring. How did you first begin calling yourself a writer?

Apr
12
2013
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K is For...Kissing

Written by Melanie Crouse

For the A-Z challenge: In writing, kissing is a good thing, practically a necessity and yet easily overdone. What works and what doesn't.

Apr
12
2013
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Author Jessica McHugh drops by to teach me about beer and books

Written by Johnny Worthen

Speculative Fiction author Jessica McHugh drops by The Blog Mansion for a drink or six, to talk books, publishing and bladder control.

Apr
10
2013
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You Know You're a Writer-Mom If...

Written by Teri Harman

From huge messes, unfolded laundry and funny 4 year old prayers, this is what life as a writer with little kids is like. Come share your writer-mom experiences.

Apr
10
2013
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Book Review: Daughters of Fire

Written by Lehua Parker

Like a Hawaiian plate lunch special, it’s a mix of many different genres, an unexpected combination of flavors and tastes that work well together.

Apr
9
2013
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H is for Horror

Written by Sarah Allen

Discussion of the horror genre

Apr
9
2013
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Guest Author! Beverly Swerling: Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep

Written by Beverly Swerling

Historical fiction fans, check out this guest post by master-of-her-craft, Beverly Swerling on how her new book BRISTOL HOUSE began. You can also WIN a copy of the book.

Apr
9
2013
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Horror Author Neil Davies drops by the Blog Mansion

Written by Johnny Worthen

Horror author Neil Davies drops by to talk about his book Hard Winter, The Novel during spring clean up at The Blog Mansion

Apr
8
2013
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Dragon Fiasco Insights

Written by Ken Baker

An exclusive interview w/ Old MacDonald about the dragon troubles he had on his farm.

Apr
8
2013
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Building Your Blog: Choosing Your Name, Layout, And Theme

Written by Anthony Dutson

When you lay the foundation for your blog, consider these simple tips.