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Best Writing Blogs

1 - I can do better 2 - Jury's out 3 - Pretty darn good 4 - Splendiferous 5 - Awesometastic (by 13 people)   Your rating: 1 - I can do better 2 - Jury's out 3 - Pretty darn good 4 - Splendiferous 5 - Awesometastic

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I love to read what other authors are writing about and one of the best ways to do that is by reading their blogs. 

Here I've started a collection of the best writing blogs - from authors, for authors.

To have a blog considered for inclusion, contact me! 


Angela Booth 

Writing fiction, nonfiction and copywriting. Have fun, and become a better writer.

In this well organized blog, learn about several categories of the writing, editing, publishing, and marketing functions.

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Six Sentences 

Six Sentences uses a paragraph format. Six consecutive sentences. No poems, no bullets. Again, say anything you like, and tell a friend. Have a cool day.

What a neat idea! I can't wait to see my submission there...

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Dystel & Goderich Literary Management 

Want to know what agents and editors are thinking? Ask them.

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Be Your Own Editor 

Free advice from an insider on writing, editing, and getting published.

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Miss Snark, the literary agent 

A fun blog by an anonymous woman in which Miss Snark vents her wrath on the hapless world of writers and crushes them to sand beneath her T.Rexual heels of stiletto snark.

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Better than Blogs: Writing Books 

The following books are my absolute favorite writers' aids, and I hope you find them as useful too.

78 Reasons Why Your Book May Never Be Published and 14 Reasons Why It Just Might

This is my number one recommendation for a place to start if you are asking questions about getting your book published. Whether it's fiction or non-fiction, author Pat Walsh gives you the straight facts about why your book WON'T get published so you can make sure it does.

Amazon Price: $11.20 (as of 07/26/2008)

A Writer's Book of Days: A Spirited Companion and Lively Muse for the Writing Life

The beautiful artwork, stylish entries, and glamourous feel make this is more of a gift book than a reference book. Reach down deep for your inner author and pamper it with this daily guide to living the writers' lifestyle.

Amazon Price: $10.85 (as of 07/26/2008)

The Oxford Desk Dictionary and Thesaurus (Oxford)

My absolute favorite dictionary. Just the right size. Everyone needs one of these.

Amazon Price: $6.99 (as of 07/26/2008)

Lighthouse Writing Tips 

Daily writing tips for both fiction and nonfiction.

If style, grammar, and syntax are the devils in your details, learn helpful tips with realistic examples at the Lighthouse blog.

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A Day in the Life of a Writer 

A shameless plug for my blog, which offers a look at what I deal with on a daily basis.

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Blogs without Feeds 

The following blogs don't have easy access to the RSS feeds, so you can read posts by visiting each one individually.
Whatever
John Scalzi rants about...everything. Includes great author and book reviews and a lot of political influences.

Maya Reynolds 

One Writer's View of the World

Maya mixes solid experience with fun tips and tidbits of personal info. Her style is warm, encouraging, and educational.

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Writers Write.com Blog 

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Conversations with Famous Writers 

Every writer has a very different style. Some mirror the general concensus of their editors and publishers, and some recommend going totally off the wall. You can learn a lot from published authors.

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Two books to get you writing again 

If the motivation from these blogs doesn't get you in the mood to write, these two books sure will!



What happens when your muse has gone missing in action? Almost every writer goes through a period of writer's block at some point. Frustration can take over, causing you to lose passion for your writing. The pain is real when you stare at the blank screen or page, willing yourself to write. What is at stake for you if you aren't writing?

In as little as one hour, you can be having fun and allowing your muse to play. I would like to introduce you to Holly Lisle's How to Beat Writer's Block (And Have FUN Writing From Now On). With this mp3 audio course, Holly will take you step by step through the process of overcoming your block. In just 30 minutes, the ideas for your new story or solutions to a problem in your current project will pour across the page.

Holly is no stranger to writer's block and would like to share her methods. With her expert guidance, you will not only move past your block but will learn how to prevent the block from happening again. You will also receive commitment training, a walkthrough to get you focused on writing again, dozens of ideas, and five-minute daily coaching. The course includes the forms you will need to keep up with your new ideas as well as a bonus report, 21 Ways To Get Yourself Writing When Your Life Has Just Exploded.

Head over to Holly's shop now and purchase How to Beat Writer's Block for immediate download. You will be writing and having fun again in no time.



Daisy Dexter Dobbs 

Daisy Dexter Dobbs is a romance writer, specializing in screwball romantic comedy with "real women" sized heroines. To the utter shock and horror of many, she also writes hot, steamy, funny erotic romance-with lots of very bad words and graphic sex scenes. She believes the world is in need of more laughter, and does her darnedest to supply it.

(Adult content ahead!)

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One Year of Writing and Healing 

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Sincerely: Gary Eby, newly published author

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CharlesFinch

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Posted June 15, 2007

Jennifer

I'm happy to be part of your group in The Write Kind of Life. I'm enjoying your many lenses - fun and informative. I love this lens on blogging - I'm finding authors/blogs new to me.

Posted February 21, 2007

 
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