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A Day in the Life of an Indie Author: The Introduction

A Day in the Life of an Indie Author: The Introduction

by Joy | Jul 25, 2019 | authors, dream of authorship, Indie Authors, writer mom, writing process

I’ve decided to launch what I hope will be a fun series of once-a-month behind-the-scenes looks at the daily life of an Indie Author. To do this, I thought it might be helpful if I explain a little about what an Indie Author is and what roles one fills.  What is an...
How to Force a Submission from Your Challenges

How to Force a Submission from Your Challenges

by Joy | Jul 11, 2019 | authors, creativity, doubt and fear, dream of authorship, Indie Authors

Whatever we choose to do with our lives, we will face challenges, obstacles and roadblocks. These are the opponents in our cage.  We should long to do whatever we’ve chosen to the best of our ability, if it’s something we’re truly passionate about. Often the...
THE CRUX Turns Six Months!

THE CRUX Turns Six Months!

by Joy | May 30, 2019 | books, fantasy, fiction, Indie Authors, literature, SciFi, short story, writing community

Believe it or not, The Crux Anthology just hit a pretty big milestone—six months out in the wide world of literature! Last week I got to video chat with Rachael Ritchey, editor and compiler for this collection of SciFi and fantasy short stories. I had a great time...
Why Start a Press?

Why Start a Press?

by Joy | May 23, 2019 | authors, dream of authorship, Indie Authors, publishers, Publishing

Last week I launched the website for Logos & Mythos Press. This public declaration of my future intentions comes after about a year and a half of behind-the-scenes work. The most frequent question I receive when I tell people I’m setting up my own publishing...
How to Make the Most of Goodreads

How to Make the Most of Goodreads

by Joy | May 2, 2019 | authors, books, Indie Authors, readers, reading

Readers and authors have come together since 2007 thanks to the largest online book club, Goodreads. Book recommendations based on readers’ preferences or from friends encourage continued reading and exploration of books they otherwise would not have discovered....
What’s in a Name: The Birth of a Book Title

What’s in a Name: The Birth of a Book Title

by Joy | Mar 28, 2019 | authors, books, Indie Authors, writing, writing process

Each time I was pregnant, the best day was when we found out if we were having a boy or a girl. Why? Because then I got to call the tiny human growing within me by his or her name. Names are powerful and important. They declare who someone is, set them apart, make...
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