by leoniehope | Jun 29, 2020 | Imagine, Writing
Many book ideas start with the question “What if?” It’s also known as the premise. But what if there was something extra you could add to this to take your idea to a whole new level? The goal of every writer should be to make your reader FEEL something. It’s the...
by leoniehope | Jun 22, 2020 | Imagine
Adversity is the struggle, challenge or obstacle you face that must be overcome; much like the hero in a fiction story. It’s something that sets you apart from others while simultaneously linking you to those who share a similar hardship. Dealing with and triumphing...
by leoniehope | Jun 15, 2020 | Imagine, Writing
Writing and connecting to your creativity can be hard enough without further complicating it. Judging from the social media posts I see, many authors unknowingly do this when they’re writing. I’ve been guilty of this too. Maybe you’re making the same mistake. So, what...
by leoniehope | Jun 8, 2020 | Writing
Imagine this. You’ve made the time to sit down and write your book only to find you’re sitting in from of a blank page, waiting for inspiration to strike. Writer’s block is a frustrating part of being an author. Can you beat it, and if so, how? I’ve done a lot of work...
by leoniehope | Apr 4, 2020 | Inspire, Writing
It is an unprecedented time of change and unrest. Our lives have been turned upside down in just a few short weeks. No one knows for how long or what it will look like when we emerge on the other side. Feelings of fear, anxiety, and panic are rife. This pandemic is...
by leoniehope | Feb 19, 2018 | Goals, Writing
I love the Winter Olympics. It’s full of inspiring stories of coming from behind or the underdog winning that seem to happen mostly during the Winter Olympics. It’s not who’s the raining champion or the best in the field that necessarily wins. It’s who’s best on the...
by leoniehope | Feb 15, 2018 | Goals, Writing
Writers write. That’s what they do. Is that enough to be considered as a writer? Do you need to have a publishing contract or receive payment before you’re considered a writer? I think it’s simpler than that. I believe there are four essential principles, that...
by leoniehope | Feb 12, 2018 | General, Goals, Writing
New year resolutions are just goals we set for ourselves at the start of each year, hoping to achieve them. How are your new year’s resolutions going? Are you still working towards them, or have you given up like most people? According to US News, 80% of new year...
by leoniehope | Feb 10, 2018 | Book Marketing, Inspire, Publishing
Your Amazon Author Central Account is more than just your Author Page. It’s also the place where you can get information about the sales, ranking, and reviews of your books. Once you’ve logged in to your Author Central account, you’ll notice five tabs across the top:...
