The brief stuff is what's always the hardest for me (loglines/elevator pitch/etc.). After I've spent so much time weaving this great-big story, now I'm supposed to summarize it in a mere sentence or two. Torture. Here are two links to help:
Conquering the logline
How to Write a Back Blurb
I have problems with #2, finishing what I start. I must have 100 orphaned stories laying around.
The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Writers
And all these years I thought I was just flighty. I have all those orphaned stories because I'm a Renaissance Soul (that's my story, and I'm sticking to it).
Are You a Renaissance Soul?
Excellent advice on making your book a "can't put it down" read.
Ending Hooks: Getting Your Reader to Turn the Page
Good post on writer's block.
To Write or Not to Write
And last but not least, an informative newsletter:
Writing World Newsletter
Have a great weekend!
Horror, fantasy, and science fiction author
Hi Brenda! I'm here from the She Writes Hop, and I'm bookmarking all of these links. Very helpful, thanks for sharing. :)
ReplyDeleteVery helpful post! Thanks :)
ReplyDeleteHi Julie and Samantha! Glad you enjoyed the links.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for stopping by!